One of Indian football's greatest-ever servants and an absolute titan, Sunil Chhetri, turns 40 today. Chhetri has had a long career for the Indian football team, having made his international debut in 2005. The star forward went on to represent the Blue Tigers in 151 matches where he scored 94 goals. Earlier this year, he retired from international football after India's FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifying match against Kuwait. A teary-eyed Chhetri was given a guard of honour by his teammates as he walked off the field for one final time in international football. On his 40th birthday, fans have taken to social media to share their wishes for the football legend. See some below. Top 5 Goal-Scorers in International Football: Sunil Chhetri in Elite List With Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi As Indian Captain Retires.
'Keep Inspiring and Making History'
Happiest Bday to the shining beacon of Indian football, Sunil Chhetri Ji! Wishing you continued success, robust health & boundless prosperity in every new chapter of your remarkable journey. Keep inspiring & making history! GBY!@chetrisunil11 #football player#HappyBirthday pic.twitter.com/qoKmGioRYU
— Astrologer Dr Prem Sharma (@premastrologer) August 2, 2024
'Man Who Inspired a Whole Generation'
The man who inspired a whole generation! 🇮🇳
Join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to the living legend, Sunil Chhetri 🥳 #SunilChhetri #BlueTigers #Football #HappyBrithdaySunildaa ⚽🥳 pic.twitter.com/qFDTGqpG4U
— Bijoy karki (@GorkhaNews1) August 2, 2024
'Happy Birthday Legend'
Happy Birthday legend 🎈🎉🎉
— _Pratim_ (@PratimP12793954) August 2, 2024
'Legend Who Taught Nation to Dream'
രാജ്യത്തിനെ സ്വപ്നം കാണാൻ പഠിപ്പിച്ച ഇതിഹാസത്തിന് പിറന്നാൾ ആശംസകൾ💙🇮🇳#SunilChhetri pic.twitter.com/8BGEJYV5D0
— Sunil Chhetri Fans Kerala (@ChhetriFanskl) August 2, 2024
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