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IND Vs KUW, FIFA WC 2026 Qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri Retires As India Play Out A Goalless Draw Against Kuwait - As It Happened

The Indian football captain Sunil Chhetri retired from international football following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers match against Kuwait on Thursday. The Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata was adorned with large posters and billboards thanking Chhetri and showing support for the Indian team. A large crowd gathered to witness Chhetri's final appearance in the blue jersey. The match concluded in a goalless draw, maintaining India's unbeaten record at the Salt Lake Stadium since 2006. Chhetri announced his retirement from the international arena after the game, cementing his legacy as a 'Legend' of the sport. The Indian team will now face Qatar in their next match on Tuesday. Catch the highlights of the IND Vs KUW, FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers match, here

BY Jagdish Yadav

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