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India Vs Bangladesh, AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers: BAN바카라s Rakib Hossain Asks For Sunil Chhetri바카라s Shirt After Draw

Sunil Chhetri was India바카라s best forward against Bangladesh, but failed to get any shots on target

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India's Sunil Chhetri gave his shirt to Bangladesh's Rakib Hossain. Photo: Screengrab
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After the goalless draw in the India vs Bangladesh, AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers match on 25 March, a moment in the players바카라 dugout showed the unwavering legendary status enjoyed by Sunil Chhetri in the subcontinent. (More Football News)

When the final whistle was blown at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong, Bangladeshi winger Rakib Hossain went straight towards the Indian bench to ask for Sunil Chhetri바카라s jersey, showing the immense respect that the Bashundhara Kings winger had for the veteran striker.

After Chhetri gladly obliged with Rakib바카라s request, the player was seen holding the jersey, clearly delighted, while walking towards his camp.

Rakib Hossain Shines In India-Bangladesh Draw

Rakib Hossain matched his idol Sunil Chhetri바카라s performance, being one of the best players for the Bengal Tigers on Tuesday바카라s Group C clash. Playing in a forward role, Hossain tormented the Indian defence all night long, giving Sandesh Jhingan a run for his money with his forward runs.

However, as was the case with all outfield players on the day, he could not finish any of the chances that he created, ultimately failing to have anything to show for all his efforts in the match. A silly yellow card did not help his reputation either.

Meanwhile, Rakib바카라s idol Sunil Chhetri had a similarly frustrating game. Despite being India바카라s best attacking threat alongside Liston Colaco, the 40-year-old failed to find the back of the net or even a shot on target. A golden chance was squandered in the 84th minute when Chhetri failed to get his head despite being unmarked in the box.

Despite having to share one point each, both Rakib and Chhetri showed sportsmanship between the two neighbouring teams after the match, signifying the spirit of the beautiful game.

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