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India Slips to 124th in FIFA Rankings Following World Cup Qualifiers Setback
This places India at 22nd in Asia, behind teams like Lebanon, Palestine, and Vietnam.
India football legend Sunil Chhetri announces retirement, WC qualifier against Kuwait on June 6 to be his last game
It came in the form of an emotional video posted on his social media handles. Chhetri, who made his debut in 2005, leaves behind an indelible legacy having scored an impressive 94 goals for the country. He departs as India's all-time leading goal scorer and most-capped player.
Indian Football's Disheartening Defeat: Reflecting on the Upsetting Loss to Afghanistan
Despite entering the home leg match of the qualifiers as the favored side, India, ranked 117th, managed to seize the lead in the 37th minute through the iconic Sunil Chhetri's 94th international goal in his milestone 150th match.
Kahn Expresses Support for India's Participation in FIFA World Cup
Renowned for his unwavering determination and illustrious career, Oliver Kahn imparted invaluable wisdom to the students, echoing his life philosophy of "Never give up."
Messi eases injury worries as Argentina stay hungry
Messi, who has struggled to overcome a muscle problem in recent weeks, made an immediate impact after replacing Julian Alvarez in the 53rd minute at Estadio Monumental.
Hosts Cambodia held by Pakistan in 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers
Played at the capital's Olympic Stadium, the game attracted more than 11,000 spectators. Each side squandered many goal-scoring chances. The two will meet again at Jinnah Stadium in Islamabad on October 17. In September's FIFA rankings, Cambodia sits in the 177th place, while Pakistan is in the 197th spot.
Argentina keeps leading FIFA World Rankings
After a 1-0 win over Ecuador and a 3-0 victory against Bolivia in its opening World Cup CONMEBOL zone qualifiers, Argentina solidified its top position. Meanwhile, second-placed France dropped points following a 2-1 defeat to Germany in a friendly, reports Xinhua.
Argentine football boss wants Messi to play at next FIFA World Cup
Messi has previously ruled out the prospect of extending his international career until the next edition of football's showpiece tournament but he could be convinced to change his mind, according to Argentine Football Association president Claudio Tapia, Xinhua reports.
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