India football captain Chhetri tests positive for Covid-19

The 36-year-old footballer was playing for Bengaluru FC in the Indian Super League until February 25

Sunil Chhetri, Bengaluru FC, ISL, FC Gao
Sunil Chhetri
IANS New Delhi
1 min read Last Updated : Mar 11 2021 | 6:40 PM IST

India football captain Sunil Chhetri said on Thursday that he has tested positive for COVID-19. The 36-year-old footballer, who was playing for Bengaluru FC in the Indian Super League until February 25, said that he feels fine and is recovering from the virus.

"In a not-so-happy update, I've tested positive for COVID-19. In better news, I feel fine as I continue my recovery from the virus and should be back on a football pitch soon. No better time to keep reminding everyone to continue taking all the safety precautions always," Chhetri said in a tweet.

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First Published: Mar 11 2021 | 6:39 PM IST

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