New Zealand midfielder Sarpreet Singh, the first Sikh footballer to play at a FIFA World Cup, hopes his historic appearance will inspire more players of Indian and South Asian heritage to reach football's biggest stage.
India may not be at FIFA World Cup 2026, but four players with Indian roots will represent their nations on football's biggest stage.
The official 26-man squads for FIFA World Cup 2026.
Chhetri scored his 62nd international goal to equal Ibrahimovic and Ronaldo's goal tally
