Happy Birthday Sunil Chhetri: A Look At Tremendous Achievements Of Indian Football Legend - In Pics
In his illustrious career, former ace striker Bhaichung Bhutia passed the baton to Chhetri, choosing him to lead the national football team. Chhetri played in the 2011 AFC Asian Cup and was first named the national team captain at the 2012 AFC Challenge Cup qualifiers.
In his illustrious career, former ace striker Bhaichung Bhutia passed the baton to Chhetri, choosing him to lead the national football team. Chhetri played in the 2011 AFC Asian Cup and was first named the national team captain at the 2012 AFC Challenge Cup qualifiers.
Debut Details
He made his senior-level debut for India in June 2005 against arch-rivals Pakistan and found the back of the net on his debut. He won his first international trophy when India defeated Syria in the final of the 2007 Nehru Cup. He would go on to win two more Nehru Cup titles with India in 2009 and 2012.