Sunil Chhetri’s Hat-Trick Seals a Resounding Victory as India Crush Pakistan 4-0 in SAFF Championship Opener
In a thrilling opening match of the SAFF Championship, the Indian national football team left no room for doubt as they secured a remarkable 4-0 triumph over arch-rivals Pakistan. The clash, held at a packed stadium, marked the first encounter between the two nations since 2018, and India’s dominance was evident from the outset.
Sunil Chhetri, captain of the Indian Team, stole the spotlight with an extraordinary performance and scored a hattrick in the match. Two of his strikes came from confidently converted penalties, while the opener arrived courtesy of an unfortunate mistake by the Pakistani goalkeeper.
Notably, the Pakistani team faced significant obstacles in obtaining visas, resulting in many members arriving mere hours before the match. Despite their best efforts, they struggled to find their rhythm against a well-prepared Indian side.
Udanta Singh sealed India’s resounding victory with a clinical finish, ensuring their complete domination over their rivals throughout the encounter. With this emphatic win, India sets the stage for their upcoming matches in the tournament. On June 24, they will face Nepal, followed by a clash against Kuwait on June 27. Meanwhile, Pakistan will look to recover from their defeat as they gear up to play Kuwait on June 24 and Nepal on June 27.
