Hope ‘Captain Fantastic’ serves as inspiration for new generation of Indian footballers, says Sunil Chhetri

Recently FIFA released a three-part series on the life and career of Indian football team legend Sunil Chhetri. Chhetri has had a glorious career as he has ticked the right boxes and the documentary, which is directed by Misha Kumar, explores the different phases of Chhetri’s life.

Chhetri is seen talking about his career and how he fell in love with the game of football. Many football experts are also seen giving their two cents on Chhetri’s journey and how he rose through the ranks to become India’s most successful footballer.

Chhetri is hopeful that the documentary serves as an inspiration for the new generation of Indian footballers, who are looking to make a mark in the game.

“I am extremely humbled to have a docu-film capturing my life’s story through the lens of the people who have made me who I am,” Sunil Chhetri said.

“I hope that this docu-film serves as an inspiration for the new generation of Indian footballers to serve the ultimate dream of making India a global football powerhouse,” he added.

Meanwhile, Chhetri is currently the third-highest active goal scorer in International football behind legends like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

Ronaldo has scored 117 goals in 191 matches for Portugal whereas Messi has found the back of the net on 90 occasions in 164 matches for Argentina. Chhetri has scored 84 goals in 131 matches for the Blue Tigers.

“You know all about Ronaldo and Messi. Now get the definitive story of the third highest scoring active men’s international. Sunil Chhetri, Captain Fantastic is available on FIFA+ now,” FIFA tweeted from its World Cup handle.

“The first episode takes us back to where it all started…all leading up to his India debut at the age of 20. Close associates, loved ones, and footballing colleagues help tell the tale — apart from the man himself, the man affectionately dubbed, ‘Captain, Leader, Legend’,” the synopsis of the first episode said.