On Wednesday, June 21, 2023, Sunil Chhetri showcased his brilliance by scoring a hat-trick against Pakistan in the SAFF Championship match. The thrilling game took place at Bengaluru’s Sree Kanteerava Stadium in India. Chhetri’s first goal came in the 19th minute, followed by his second in the 53rd minute, and finally his third in the 87th minute. With this outstanding performance, India secured a resounding victory with a 4-0 scoreline.
This remarkable feat marked Chhetri’s third hat-trick while playing for the Indian national team, further elevating his international goal tally to an impressive 84. Consequently, he surpassed Bhaichung Bhutia’s record of 83 goals, becoming the highest-scoring player in the history of Indian football.
The triumph against Pakistan was India’s second win in the ongoing SAFF Championship. Previously, they had emerged victorious against Nepal with a close 2-1 scoreline. Looking ahead, India’s next challenge awaits against Bangladesh on Saturday, June 24, as they strive to continue their impressive run in the tournament.
Here are the match details:
- Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2023
- Venue: Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru, India
- Score: India 4-0 Pakistan
- Goalscorers: Sunil Chhetri (19′, 53′, 87′)
- Attendance:Â 25,000
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