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Determined to maintain unbeaten run: Sunil Chhetri | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Despite feeling a drawn tie like a defeat, Indian captain Sunil Chhetri remains determined to preserve their unbeaten streak, an impressive home record spanning nearly four years.The SAFF Championship match against Kuwait in Bengaluru was intense and marred by heated exchanges, but India managed to take the lead just before halftime through Chhetri's remarkable 92nd international goal.Unfortunately, their hopes of finishing at the top of the group were shattered when Anwar Ali inadvertently scored an own goal in injury time during the second half, leading to a heart-wrenching conclusion for the Indian team."To a large extent, we could do exactly what we had trained for. They are not an easy side. This team can play, and we could see that. But we matched their energy, and for ...
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SAFF Championship: India finish second in Group A after 1-1 draw against Kuwait | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Despite Sunil Chhetri's impressive performance, India were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Kuwait in their final group match of the SAFF Championship in Bengaluru on Tuesday.Chhetri displayed his skill and influence by scoring a crucial injury-time goal in the first half, seemingly setting India on the path to victory. However, in added time during the second half, an unfortunate own goal by Anwar Ali dashed the home side's hopes of securing the win. This marked the first goal India had conceded in nine matches.As a result of the draw, both India and Kuwait finished the group stage with seven points. However, Kuwait claimed the top spot in Group A due to their superior goal average.India will play Lebanon in the semifinal while Kuwait will take on either Bangladesh or...