‘Sunil Chhetri is my idol, and Lionel Messi as well’: Parthib Gogoi sets sights on becoming India’s best footballer

Parthib Gogoi, a 21-year-old winger for NorthEast United FC, is emerging as a rising star in Indian football. Since joining in 2022, he’s scored 8 goals in 35 appearances. Gogoi, who hails from Assam and trained at Ozone Football Academy and Indian Arrows, aims to become India’s best player within five years, drawing inspiration from idols Sunil Chhetri and Lionel Messi. His recent hat-trick in the Durand Cup highlights his potential, as he remains focused on team success and personal development.