Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 7 The show didn't go how it was normal, essentially for the tremendous number of Indian fans present at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Thursday yet it didn't prevent them from showering adoration and appreciation on Sunil Chhetri, who played his 151st and last global match in the goalless draw against Kuwait.

There were large cheers from the group as India's untouched most noteworthy scorer in global football strolled up the stopgap dias on the pitch to get a plaque that was given over to him by the All India Football League (AIFF) President Kalyan Chaubey.

The plaque that Mr. Chaubey introduced to Chhetri for the Indian Football society, said: "Dear Sunil, You have been a pearl in the crown of Indian football and a pride of the country. Your accomplishment on the field, supplemented by your attitude off it, holds us entranced. You have been a star on the Indian Football skyline since the groundbreaking day you ventured onto the field in the Blue shirt. The star never quit sparkling and like an iridescent point in the night sky, it stunned more splendid for almost twenty years to achieve enhanced heights. We watched in amazement as you directed Indian Football past numerous hindrances and propelled ages to embrace the Wonderful Game."

"Presently, 19 years and 151 Global covers later, as you have chosen to enter another life post-worldwide football today, we remain solidly held by wistfulness. You have made us inexpressibly pleased with remarkable feelings that we will impart to our loved ones until our last days. With your large number of fans, we will miss your incredible deeds on the field. Have confidence, your dazzling abilities, your invigorating administration, and your modesty will always be important for Indian Football's legends. Much obliged to you for all that you have achieved and best of luck with all that you will do from now on," it added.

Chhetri talked momentarily, saying: "To every one of my allies, I thank every one of you. These 19 years could never have been conceivable without every last one of you. I really would not joke about this. Every one of you who are here, thank you kindly. I will talk from my heart, every one of you have been perfect. Remain blissful, and thank you once more."

The Indian chief was additionally congratulated by the Indian Football Affiliation, Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, Mohammedan Donning, the Indian Armed force and senior clergymen of the Public authority of West Bengal.