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Sunil Chhetri's Emotional Farewell in India vs Kuwait FIFA World Cup Qualifier

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India and Kuwait faced off in a dramatic FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match where Sunil Chhetri bid farewell to international football.

In a highly anticipated showdown, India clashed with Kuwait in a tense FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium). The game, filled with excitement and anticipation, ended in a goalless draw as neither team could find the back of the net. Sunil Chhetri, India's legendary striker, played his final international match, leaving fans emotional and nostalgic.

The match kicked off at 7:00 PM IST with fans eagerly following the live updates as India and Kuwait battled it out on the field. The atmosphere at the stadium was electric as both teams gave their all in pursuit of victory. Despite the intense competition, the game ended in a stalemate, highlighting the defensive prowess of both sides.

India's stalwart, Sunil Chhetri, showcased his skill and leadership one last time on the international stage, bidding farewell to a remarkable career. As the final whistle blew, fans and teammates alike applauded Chhetri's contributions to Indian football, marking the end of an era.

In the aftermath of the match, discussions are rife about Chhetri's legacy and India's performance in the qualifiers. The draw against Kuwait brings a mix of emotions for fans, with pride in Chhetri's accomplishments and anticipation for the future of Indian football. As the football world bids adieu to a legend, the focus shifts to the next chapter in Indian football's journey.

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India vs Kuwait LIVE score, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Lineups ... (Sportstar)

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FIFA WC 2026 Qualifier, India vs Kuwait live match time, live streaming (Business Standard)

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India vs Kuwait Football Match Live Updates: IND, KUW fight for lead ... (Hindustan Times)

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FIFA World Cup qualifiers LIVE: India vs Kuwait- Updates, blog, results (The Bridge)

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India vs Kuwait FIFA World Cup Qualifier LIVE: Sunil Chhetri Bids ... (NDTVSports.com)

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Emotional Sunil Chhetri bows out with Kuwait draw in FIFA World ... (The Hindu)

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FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: India play out a goalless draw with Kuwait (Indian Super League)

Sunil Chhetri's farewell game ended in a disappointing draw in Kolkata.

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World Cup Qualifiers: A quiet goodbye for Sunil Chhetri (Times of India)

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With this being the final match of the iconic skipper, the crowd showed up in numbers as 58291 was the official attendance at the Salt Lake Stadium.

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