Published 14:34 IST, January 11th 2024

Neeraj Chopra's endearing message for Chhetri & Co proves he is perfect ambassador for Indian sports

Neeraj Chopra made a huge statement on the Indian football team as they gear up to kick off their AFC Asian Cup campaign against Australia on Saturday.

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Neeraj Chopra and Sunil Chhetri | Image: X/screengrab, PTI
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Indian football team embarks on ir AFC Asian Cup campaign against Australia. With a fresh lineup, India aims to make an impact in tournament. Facing a formidable opponent in Australia, India's players like Sunil Chhetri and Gurpreet Singh Sandhu will be crucial in solidifying ir chances. match, scheduled at Ahmed bin Ali Stium, promises an intense battle as both teams strive for an early le in Group B. Expectations are high as India enters tournament, and fans eagerly await an exhilarating showdown that starts on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

3 things you need to know 

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  • India vs Australia, Group B will be played on Saturday
  • Sunil Chhetri will le Indian Football Team 
  • India is placed in a tough group but are anticipated to perform well 

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Famous Indian athlete Neeraj Chopra wished Indian football team well as y heed for AFC Asian Cup. Chopra praised team's commitment and diligence in a social media post on behalf of Indian Football Team. His words of support struck a chord with supporters, highlighting need for unity in all sports. Backing for team's participation in event came from many sources, and Chopra's backing raised ante. Chopra's message of goodwill highlighted significance of togerness within Indian sports community as Indian football team got rey for ir first-ever encounter against Australia. In video posted by Indian Football Team on Instagram, Neeraj Chopra stated: 

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“Greetings to everyone. I want to wish Indian Football Team all very best for ir upcoming AFC Asian Cup. I hope that your preparations are going well and I request all Indians to support our team, as y have worked very hard and y will do really well in competition.

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Indian Football Team Squ 

Goalkeepers: Amrinder Singh, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Vishal Kaith.

Defenders: Akash Mishra, Lalchungnunga, Mehtab Singh, Nikhil Poojary, Pritam Kotal, Rahul Bheke, Sandesh Jhingan, Subhasish Bose

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Midfielders: Anirudh Thapa, Brandon Fernandes, Deepak Tangri, Lalengmawia Ralte, Sahal Abdul Sam,

Wingers: Naorem Mahesh Singh, Liston Colaco, Suresh Singh Wangjam, Udanta Singh, Rahul KP, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Manvir Singh

Forwards: Ishan Pandita, Sunil Chhetri, Vikram Partap Singh

12:17 IST, January 11th 2024