Sunil Chhetri Expresses Hope for India’s FIFA World Cup Dreams
1. Sunil Chhetri’s hopes for Indian football
2. India’s participation in the FIFA World Cup
3. Chhetri’s thoughts on India’s potential in the World Cup
4. Chhetri’s perspective on his own future in football
5. India’s history in FIFA World Cup qualifiers
6. India’s opponents in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers
Indian Football Captain Anticipates Qualifying for FIFA World Cup
New Delhi: Sunil Chhetri, the captain of the Indian football team, expressed his hope and anticipation for the day when the ‘Blue Tigers’ will qualify for the FIFA World Cup. In an interview with FIFA, Chhetri mentioned that it would be a monumental moment for the country and something he has been eagerly looking forward to.
Chhetri believes that the entire nation will be ecstatic when India eventually qualifies for the FIFA World Cup, calling it one of the best days of his life. He emphasized the significance of achieving this feat and the immense hope it would bring to the nation.
At 39 years old, Chhetri acknowledged that he does not have long-term targets due to his age, and has been taking each moment as it comes. However, he expressed his current physical fitness and ability to contribute to the team, indicating his commitment to the sport as long as he continues to enjoy and make a meaningful contribution.
India’s qualification for the FIFA World Cup has been an ongoing aspiration, as the country has not come close to making it to the event. The team is currently participating in the 2026 qualifiers alongside Qatar, Kuwait, and Afghanistan, aiming for a top-two finish to advance to the next round.
