New Delhi, 11 November: Sporting Club Delhi midfielder Lalrinliana Hnamte has been called up to the Indian senior men’s national team for two international friendlies against New Zealand.
Hnamte is part of the 23-member squad named by head coach Khalid Jamil. India play New Zealand at Go Media Stadium in Auckland on 12 November and then face the hosts again at One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch on 15 November.
‘A proud moment for me’
Hnamte, who has represented India at under-23 level, described the selection as another step in his career.
“It is a proud moment for me to earn another call-up to the senior national team. Having previously represented India at the U-23 level, this is another important step in my journey, and I am grateful for the opportunity. My time at Sporting Club Delhi has played an important role in my development, and I look forward to making the most of this opportunity,” he said.
A milestone for SC Delhi
The call-up is also significant for Sporting Club Delhi, who were founded in 2025 and compete in the Indian Super League.
Dhruv Sood, the club’s chief executive, said: “At Sporting Club Delhi, we believe that our role goes beyond simply competing in the ISL. We want to be a club that contributes to the larger Indian football ecosystem by giving talented players the opportunity, exposure and environment to take the next step in their careers. Hnamte’s selection for the national team is a proud moment for everyone associated with the club and reinforces what we are working towards. We hope to see many more players from our setup earn opportunities to represent the country.”
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