Indian Football Team skipper Sunil Chhetri received an outpouring of love and appreciation from members of the film industry as he played his final international match with the Blue Tigers. Ranveer Singh, Farhan Akhtar, and Abhishek Bachchan took to social media to express their admiration for the legendary footballer.
Ranveer Singh shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, calling Chhetri a “Captain, Hero, Legend” and thanking him for everything. Farhan Akhtar also expressed his gratitude to Chhetri for his contribution to Indian football and wished him luck for the future. Abhishek Bachchan extended his best wishes to Chhetri, praising him for his legendary career and leadership on the field.
Chhetri, who kicked off his professional football journey at Mohun Bagan in 2002, has had a remarkable career spanning over 19 years. He has helped India win several championships, including the Nehru Cup and SAFF Championship. With 94 goals in 150 international matches, Chhetri is the fourth-highest goal-scorer on the global stage, with only icons Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi ahead of him.
In recognition of his outstanding achievements, Chhetri has received prestigious awards such as the Arjuna Award, Padma Shri, and the Khel Ratna Award. His contribution to Indian football has been unparalleled, and his legacy as one of the greatest Indian sportsmen will always be remembered. Fans and fellow athletes alike have hailed Chhetri as a true inspiration and a role model for aspiring footballers in the country.