REVEALED: 17 - The Real Truth

Sahal is living his dream in Stimac's confident and fearless team

KOLKATA: In Igor Stimac's football factory, one of the key features is the former Croatian World Cupper's distinct focus on future. In a team that boasts of veterans like Sunil Chhetri and Gurpreet Singh, Sahal Abdul Samad represents the face of young India: Vibrant, determined and fearless. And it's this…

The Times of India · Jun 13, 2022

Thais stake a claim for Asian Cup spot

Thailand coach Mano Polking has praised his men for achieving their target of securing second spot in Group C of the 2023 AFC Asian Cup final qualifying round on Saturday night.

Bangkok Post · Jun 12, 2022

AFC Asian Cup: We are at home, and will be backing ourselves against Hong Kong: Sunil Chhetri

India prevailed over Afghanistan 2-1 in a thrilling match that saw three quick goals being scored at the fag end of the game at the Salt Lake Stadium on June 11

The Hindu · Jun 12, 2022

Asian Cup Qualifiers: Chhetri guides India to win against Cambodia

KOLKATA: You may just run out of superlatives to describe Sunil Chhetri. At 37, when most players ponder a farewell game, Chhetri is proving with astonishing regularity that he is far from a finished product.

The Times of India · Jun 9, 2022

Sunil Chhetri brace sinks Cambodia as Indian team begins Asian Cup qualifiers campaign with a win

KOLKATA: Talismanic Sunil Chhetri was once again the man of the moment as he struck a brace to inspire India to a 2-0 win over Cambodia in their opening match of the Asian Cup qualifying final round match at the Salt Lake Stadium here on Wednesday.

The Times of India · Jun 8, 2022

Mano's men beat Maldives in opener

Thailand beat the Maldives 3-0 in the AFC Asian Cup opener as coach Mano Polking knew the War Elephants’ chances of making it to the AFC Asian Cup finals rest on their performances against the minnows in Group C.

Bangkok Post · Jun 8, 2022

With Asian Cup spot up for grabs, 'favourites' India face their moment of truth

KOLKATA: Since taking charge of the Indian national team three summers ago, the Blue Tigers under Igor Stimac have blown hot and cold, setting a high standard with some spectacular defensive shows against Asian powerhouses but also embracing inconsistency failing to get it over the line against relatively easier opponents.

The Times of India · Jun 8, 2022

Sahal Abdul Samad eyes piece of history with India at AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

KOCHI: India are aiming to qualify for back-to-back AFC Asian Cups for the very first time and Kerala Blasters attacker Sahal Abdul Samad is determined to become a part of Indian football history by helping them reach there.

The Times of India · Jun 7, 2022

Everyone wants to be at World Cup, Asian Cup first step towards dream: Sandesh Jhingan

KOLKATA: With an eye on the next three matches to secure a spot at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, Indian National team defender Sandesh Jhingan believes India needs to be a regular in Asia's showpiece football tournament, to achieve the 'ultimate dream' of playing in the FIFA World Cup.

The Times of India · Jun 7, 2022

Asian Cup Qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri-led India look to dominate 171st-ranked Cambodia

KOLKATA: Skipper Sunil Chhetri will get a chance to bolster his tally of 80 international goals as the Indian team gears up to face 171st-ranked Cambodia on Wednesday in its bid to make a fifth appearance in AFC Cup tournament proper.

The Times of India · Jun 7, 2022