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Congratulations pour in for new Dhyan Chand Awardee Sukhwinder Singh!

Congratulations poured in from all quarters for former Indian Football Team Head Coach Sukhwinder Singh after he was named as the winner of the Dhyan Chand Award for Lifetime achievement in Sports and Games. Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia was the first to congratulate his ex-coach, stating that Sukhwinder “fully …

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Sukhwinder Singh: This Award is of the players, by the players, for the players!

Sukhwinder Singh, the 71-year-old coach who was named the winner of the Dhyan Chand Trophy stated the Award is of the Players, by the players and for players. In a freewheeling interview, the veteran Coach took a walk down memory lane to look back at his illustrious career and also compare …

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Sandesh Jhingan & Sukhwinder Singh named winners of Arjuna & Dhyan Chand Awards respectively!

Indian Men’s Senior National Team defender Sandesh Jhingan was named among the winners of the prestigious Arjuna Award on Friday, August 21, 2020 – becoming the 27th footballer to win the honour. Former Indian National Team Head Coach and defender Sukhwinder Singh was also named as a winner of the …

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VIDEO: AIFC Chat with Legends Ep. 3 – Sukhvinder Singh!

A new series titled AIFC Chat with the Legends – a journey back in time, will give the viewers a chance to know some of our Indian Football Coaches who with their achievements have rightfully earned the tag of ‘Legends’. Episode 3 features legendary coach Sukhvinder Singh who is known …

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India coach Igor Stimac lauds Sunil Chhetri’s dedication & never-say-die attitude!

From being a 20-year-old mischievous talented striker to 35-year-old ‘captain, leader, legend’, Sunil Chhetri has seen Indian Football through thick and thin. Coaches, who have nourished the gem with utmost care to yield the best for the team have seen numerous changes from close quarters but one aspect has remained …

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Sukhwinder Singh: Sunil Chhetri wasn’t my first option & I had my doubts!

As the Indian Team landed in Pakistan in June 2005 for a Friendly series, all the stakes were heavily loaded against Sunil Chhetri. He was 20 and yet to make his International debut. It was an away series, that too against Pakistan. Moreover, he had an injury concern – all …

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Minerva Punjab FC appoint Sukhwinder Singh as Technical Director!

I-League champions Minerva Punjab FC have appointed former India coach Sukhwinder Singh as the Technical Director for the upcoming 2018/19 season. The Mohali-based club who are gearing up to defend their I-League title are also set to represent India in the upcoming AFC Cup tournament having left no stone unturned …

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Ex-India coach Sukhwinder Singh: Minerva Punjab FC success necessary for Punjab Football!

Former India national team coach Sukhwinder Singh, the man who had coached JCT to the inaugural National Football League in 1996-97 feels Minerva Punjab Football Club’s rise was “necessary for Punjab Football”. “A team from Punjab is finally filling up the void left by JCT. Minerva Punjab FC is a …

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