Who among the following became the first Indian footballer to play in the Union of European Football Association (UEFA) Europa League?

Sunil Chhetri

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Syed Rahim Nabi

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Sandesh Jhingan

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Gurpreet Singh Sandhu

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Solution

The correct option is D Gurpreet Singh Sandhu
UEFA, the Union of European Football Associations is the governing body of European football and the umbrella organisation for 55 national associations.
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu holds the distinction of being the only Indian to have played in the UEFA Europa League (Qualifier), which he achieved while playing for Norwegian club Stabaek Football in June 2016. He is also one of the youngest-ever to captain India.

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