Archive · 28 May 2025
Venkatesh: Chhetri's Return Bad for Indian Football
Venkatesh Shanmugam, a former captain of India's football team, is not happy about Sunil Chhetri coming out of retirement.
He thinks it sends the wrong message to young players who are trying to get a chance.
Venkatesh also criticizes the current coach, Manolo Marquez, for taking on too much work, and the lack of long-term planning.
He believes that there should be a system in place to support younger players and help them develop, including an Under-21 team.
Venkatesh also suggests that there should be two teams to give the youth a chance.
Venkatesh Shanmugam expresses disappointment over Sunil Chhetri's return to the Indian national team.
He believes Chhetri's comeback is demotivating for young players.
Venkatesh criticizes the decision to have Manolo Marquez coach both FC Goa and the national team.
He suggests the need for a long-term approach and a 'Team B' to develop young talent.
Venkatesh highlights the need for a proper bridge between youth and senior levels, particularly the under-21 category.
- Who
- Venkatesh Shanmugam, former India captain, and Manolo Marquez, head coach.
- What
- Venkatesh shares his disappointment with Sunil Chhetri's return to the national team and critiques the current state of Indian football.
- When
- 2024
- Where
- India
- Why
- Venkatesh believes Chhetri's return is demotivating for young players and criticizes the lack of a long-term strategy for the national team.
Venkatesh's View
Unstated Views
Chhetri's Return
Venkatesh's View
Venkatesh believes that Chhetri's return is bad for Indian football.
Unstated Views
The article does not contain the opposing view.
Permanent Coach
Venkatesh's View
Venkatesh feels that a permanent coach is needed for the national team.
Unstated Views
The article does not contain the opposing view.
- Venkatesh's Current Role
- Technical Director at FC Madras
- Venkatesh's Past Role
- Former Assistant Coach of the Indian Senior Team
- Venkatesh's Qualification
- AFC Pro Licence
- Manolo Marquez's Dual Role
- Coach of FC Goa and Indian national team simultaneously