Sunil Chhetri, the iconic Indian footballer, has expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming support he received after leading his team to victory in three prestigious tournaments. With his remarkable achievements, Chhetri has become a symbol of inspiration and pride for Indian football fans. While basking in the glory of his recent triumphs, Chhetri remains focused on the future and has set his sights on the upcoming Asian Cup. With unwavering determination and confidence, he believes that he can make a significant impact on the international stage, even surpassing the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo when representing the national team. Chhetri’s ambition and dedication serve as a driving force for Indian football’s growth and aspirations, as he continues to strive for excellence and bring glory to the nation.
Sunil Chhetri Supremacy
Sunil Chhetri, the captain of the Indian football team, won the 2023 Bangabandhu SAFF Championship last week in Bengaluru, and his name is currently on everyone’s lips in India. But the 38-year-old modestly thanks everyone who has given him and the other Blue Tigers support, praise, and inspiration.
Sunil Chhetri, the revered Indian footballer, expressed his heartfelt appreciation for the overwhelming support he received from fans throughout the tournament. From the very first day, the fans made their presence felt on the pitch, providing an extraordinary level of encouragement that ignited a special and magical atmosphere. Chhetri acknowledged the challenges faced in the final and semi-finals against formidable opponents like Kuwait and Lebanon, who were not traditional South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) teams but rather high-quality sides specially invited for the tournament.
Defeating such tough competition brought an immense sense of satisfaction and added significance to the victories. In a phone conversation, Chhetri conveyed his gratitude for the support and emphasized the pride he felt in representing the nation and achieving success against top-class opponents.
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While acknowledging a good shift in fans’ perceptions of Indian football, Chhetri stresses the need for both the squad and the supporters to maintain their sincerity and caution. “There was never a problem with the fans that attended games, but there has been a rise in the number of people talking about football, and I believe that’s a really positive development. The atmosphere is shifting, I can tell. However, even though we have moved up a few ranks, there is still a long way to go. We simply need to keep up the good work and remain committed to our current goals” he continued.
The following goal, according to Chhetri, is to do well at the upcoming Asian Cup. “For us, the Asian Cup is equivalent to the World Cup. Being at our absolute best there is crucial because it is at the top of our list. We should consistently be making the Asian Cup, added Chhetri, without intending to put the boys under undue strain.
“At the moment, there is no way to predict what will happen in international football, and underdogs can also succeed! In football, anything may happen at any time. I’m trying to convey to the rest of the squad that we must do our all in order to accomplish this,” he continued.
He has been the captain for more than ten years and is undoubtedly among the most decorated captains in history. His individual team metrics demonstrate how well he has been directing the team. In the top 10 list of all-time goal scorers for their national teams, Chhetri is listed alongside Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
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