Nearly two decades after making his debut against Pakistan, India talisman Sunil Chhetri is about to reach another milestone as he will feature in the World Cup qualifiers against Afghanistan in Guwahati on Tuesday. ’s 150th international match. In the second round of the 2026 World Cup qualifying match, the Indian team tied with Afghanistan 0-0 away from home and ranked second in Group A. By achieving this feat, Chhetri will become the 40th player in the world to play 150 or more international matches, led by Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo (205).
On June 12, 2005, Chhetri put on the national team jersey for the first time in a friendly match against Pakistan in Quetta.
He was the scorer in India’s 1-1 draw. Since then, he has played 149 times for the national team and scored a record 93 goals.
The 39-year-old is a prolific goalscorer who has scored at least 1, 25, 50, 75, 100 and 125 games for the Blue Tigers. Unique record of scoring a goal.
All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Kalyan Chaubey said in a press release: “Since 2005, we all have been privileged to witness an amazing and awe-inspiring voyage. “
“Chhetri playing his 150th international match is a remarkable achievement and will go a long way in keeping the flag of Indian football flying high.
“He was a great influencer who inspired millions to play this beautiful game. I congratulate Chhetri for reaching such great heights in international football,” he added.
AIFF also announced that they will congratulate the Indian star during the second leg match against Afghanistan in Guwahati.
“Chhetri is almost synonymous with the Indian men’s national team in the eyes of many fans. He is a fantastic footballer, a cool captain and a star striker.
“The All India Football Federation is proud to congratulate him on his 150th international match. We sincerely hope that Chhetri will continue to serve Indian football in the future,” AIFF acting general secretary M Satyanarayan said.
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