Some love stories just don’t end. Bengaluru FC have officially confirmed that captain Sunil Chhetri has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping Indian football’s most iconic modern figure at the club through the end of the 2026-27 season.
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Thirteen Years and Counting
Sunil Chhetri first arrived at Bengaluru FC ahead of the club’s debut ISL season back in 2013, and has since become the defining figure of its entire journey — from an I-League title in his first year, to an AFC Cup Final appearance, right through to the club’s transition into the Indian Super League era.
Sunil Chhetri’s Bengaluru FC Legacy
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Contract Length | One-year extension (through 2026-27) |
| Years at Club | 13 |
| Appearances | 318 (club record) |
| Goals | 134 (club record) |
| Assists | 26 |
| Major Trophies | 7 (2 I-League, 2 Federation Cup, 1 ISL, 1 Super Cup, 1 Durand Cup) |
| Continental High | 2016 AFC Cup Final |
What They’re Saying
Head coach Pep Muñoz praised Chhetri’s work ethic, saying his greatest quality isn’t just what he does in matches but how he trains and the example he sets daily. Chhetri himself called Bengaluru “home from the very first day,” while owner Parth Jindal described him as “the heart of Bengaluru FC” and “family.”
What’s Next
With the captain committed for another year, Bengaluru FC head into the 2026-27 season with continuity at its core, ahead of their return to the Kanteerava. Fans can follow full squad updates on the official Indian Super League website.
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