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"The Hostility...": Sunil Chhetri On Pakistan Clash Ahead Of SAFF Opener

The Indian football team is set to begin the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship on Wednesday, with their first match of the tournament scheduled against Pakistan. Be it an Indo-Pak contest in cricket or football, this one particular contest is something that neither of the two sets of players wants to lose. India skipper Sunil Chhetri, explained how things turn from 'hunky-dory' to 'hostile' as soon as the referee blows the whistle to start the match between the two countries.

Watch: "So Cute" - Viral Video Of Dog Playing Footvolley Melts Internet

A viral video of dog playing footvolley with human beings is going viral on social media. In the clip that has surfaced online, the dog could be seen teaming up with a man against two during the game. Among the impressive things in the video are the excitement of the animal while playing the game and the precision in making the passes to partner. The dog seems to have adapted to the game beautifully as it doesn't miss to observe the opponents' moves keenly when the ball is in their court.

"Forget About The FIFA Rankings": Igor Stimac On Eve Of SAFF Championship Opener

India coach Igor Stimac on Tuesday warned his side against getting tricked by the relatively lower FIFA rankings of other teams in Group A going into the SAFF Championship 2023, and urged the Blue Tigers not to lose their intensity. India have been drawn with Pakistan, Nepal and Kuwait in Group A in the tournament. India will open their campaign against Pakistan on Wednesday in Bengaluru at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium. "Forget about the FIFA rankings! All the teams in our group and in general in the tournament are very special. All four teams are quite efficient and can produce different kind of football. The crowd will love it as there will be a lot of goals. We have a very serious group and some tough opponents," said Stimac during the pre-match press conference.

SAFF Championship: India Start Firm Favourite To Land Title

Buoyed by the recent triumph in the Intercontinental Cup, the Indian football team will enter the SAFF Championship 2023 as a confident unit and look to extend its dominance in the tournament. India will face Pakistan in their opening outing at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Wednesday, and the match is all set to be played as per schedule after the latter received their India visa on Monday night. Placed low in the pecking order, Pakistan might not offer India a massive challenge but the Blue Tigers will be eager to start their campaign on a rousing note, and give other aspirants a strong message.

Watch: "So Cute" - Viral Video Of Dog Playing Footvolley Melts Internet

A viral video of dog playing footvolley with human beings is going viral on social media. In the clip that has surfaced online, the dog could be seen teaming up with a man against two during the game. Among the impressive things in the video are the excitement of the animal while playing the game and the precision in making the passes to partner. The dog seems to have adapted to the game beautifully as it doesn't miss to observe the opponents' moves keenly when the ball is in their court.

Watch: "So Cute" - Viral Video Of Dog Playing Footvolley Melts Internet

A viral video of dog playing footvolley with human beings is going viral on social media. In the clip that has surfaced online, the dog could be seen teaming up with a man against two during the game. Among the impressive things in the video are the excitement of the animal while playing the game and the precision in making the passes to partner. The dog seems to have adapted to the game beautifully as it doesn't miss to observe the opponents' moves keenly when the ball is in their court.

Triumphant Indian Football Team Donates Rs 20 Lakh To Families Of Balasore Train Accident Victims

The Indian football team has decided to donate a part of the cash award it has received from the Odisha government for the Intercontinental Cup triumph towards "relief and rehabilitation" of families affected by the recent train accident in the state. Hosts India beat Lebanon in 2-0 in the title clash here on Sunday, to lift the trophy for the second time in three outings. Following the win, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik had announced a cash reward of Rs 1 crore for the team, from which Igor Stimac's wards have "collectively" decided to donate Rs 20 lakh.

'Tongue Lashing From Coach At Half Time Pepped Us', Says Sunil Chhetri

The "tongue lashing" they got from head coach Igor Stimac at half time was the wake-cup call India needed to win the Intercontinental Cup, said national football team captain Sunil Chhetri. India failed to break Lebanon's defence in the first half before Chhetri's 87th international goal and Lallianzuala Chhangte's strike to help the hosts lift the title. "We got some tongue lashing from the boss at half time. We were nowhere close to where we were in the last game. It was the wake-up call that we needed," said Chhetri.

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"The Hostility...": Sunil Chhetri On Pakistan Clash Ahead Of SAFF Opener

Watch: "So Cute" - Viral Video Of Dog Playing Footvolley Melts Internet

"Forget About The FIFA Rankings": Igor Stimac On Eve Of SAFF Championship Opener

SAFF Championship: India Start Firm Favourite To Land Title

Watch: "So Cute" - Viral Video Of Dog Playing Footvolley Melts Internet

Watch: "So Cute" - Viral Video Of Dog Playing Footvolley Melts Internet

Triumphant Indian Football Team Donates Rs 20 Lakh To Families Of Balasore Train Accident Victims

'Tongue Lashing From Coach At Half Time Pepped Us', Says Sunil Chhetri