Unexpected Comeback: Sunil Chettri Is Back Again
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced on Thursday that legendary striker Sunil Chhetri, who announced retirement last year, is making an unexpected comeback to the national squad.
Unexpected Comeback: Sunil Chettri Is Back Again
On Thursday, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced that Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri has decided to come out of his international retirement to support the national squad in a FIFA-friendly match this month.
“Sunil Chhetri is back. The captain, leader, legend will return to the Indian national team for the FIFA International Window in March,” the AIFF wrote on X.
Following this exciting announcement on social media, the AIFF confirmed that head coach Marquez has included Chhetri in the 26-player squad for the upcoming matches.
India will play a friendly match against the Maldives on February 19 and Bangladesh on March 25, both set to take place in Shillong.
In the AIFF release, Marquez remarked, “The qualification for the Asian Cup is very crucial for us. Given the importance of the tournament and the matches ahead, I discussed with Sunil Chhetri about making a comeback to strengthen the National Team. He agreed, and so we have included him in the squad."
