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India has recalled 40-year-old striker Sunil Chhetri to the national team for an Asian Cup soccer qualifier against Bangladesh later this month.

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Sunil Chhetri had announced his retirement from international football, following a goalless draw with Kuwait in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers.

The captain, leader, legend will return to the Indian national team for the FIFA International Window in March,” wrote the AIFF on X.

Chhetri, 40, had announced his retirement from international football in June last year, after a goalless draw with Kuwait in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers.

Sunil Chhetri is the fourth-highest goal-scorer in men's international football, with 94 goals. He is behind Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Ali Daei in this ranking.

FIFA window is of utmost importance to India, and the decision to recall Sunil Chhetri hasn't been well-received by Bhaichung Bhutia.

Legendary Indian footballer Sunil Chhetri has come out of retirement from international football following a discussion with head coach Manolo Marquez, who emphasised the need for the star player to make a comeback as India gears up for Asian Cup qualification.

The 40-year-old striker had announced his retirement from international football last year, having scored 94 goals for India.