Sunil Chhetri is an Indian professional footballer, born on August 3, 1984, who plays as a forward for Bengaluru FC in the Indian Super League. He is celebrated as the all-time top scorer for the Indian national team and has had a significant impact on Indian football throughout his career.
Performance in Indian Super League
Team: Bengaluru FC
Matches Played: Participated in all 16 matches of the 2024/2025 season
Minutes Played: 1,103 minutes
Starting Appearances: 11
Substitute Appearances: 5
Recent Match: Played against Hyderabad FC on January 18, scoring a goal in a 1-1 draw
Goals This Season: 10 goals, ranking joint second in the league
Assists: 1 assist
First Goal of the Season: Scored twice against Hyderabad FC in a 3-0 victory on September 19
Career Highlights
- Previous Season: In the last season of the Indian Super League, Chhetri played 20 games, scored 5 goals, and provided 3 assists.
- Transfer History: Joined Bengaluru FC in January 2017 from Mumbai City FC, where he made 17 league appearances and scored 7 goals.
Retirement from National Team
- Farewell: 2024 marked the end of Chhetri’s illustrious international career after 19 years and 94 goals for the Indian national team.
- Significance: His retirement was a poignant moment for Indian football, as he was seen as a symbol of the sport in the country.
- Missed Opportunities: The end of his career was bittersweet, as India needed to beat Kuwait to qualify for a FIFA World Cup qualifying phase, which would have been a historic achievement for Chhetri and the team.