Issac Vanmalsawma Chhakchhuak (born 15 September 1996) is an Indian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder.
Club career Shillong Lajong In 2014, Isaac signed on the dotted lines for Shillong lajong. In 2015–16 I-League season he was registered with senior team and there he has played 5 matches in entire season.
2016–17 season In 2016–17 I-League season, Lajong coach Thangboi Singto used Isaac as offensive midfielder and sometimes as a right winger. He played all matches and scored on two occasions. Isaac was instrumental part of Shillong Lajong squad which showed decent performance throughout 2016–17 season.
Pune City On 23 July 2017, Isaac has been picked up by FC Pune City for 2017–18 ISL season.
Chennaiyin In June 2018, Isaac has signed with Chennaiyin for two year deal. Issac scored his maiden goal in ISL with the Marina Machans against ATK.
International career Youth In October 2013, Isaac went to Qatar to represent India U19 in AFC U19 Championship Qualifiers. Where he played all 3 matches under coach Colm Toal.
Senior Isaac has been included in the national team setup since a very young age and is a very versatile player, playing either on the wing or as offensive midfielder. He made his India debut against Bhutan. Isaac was called for India senior team camp for AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers match against Kyrgyzstan.
Career statistics Club
ClubSeasonLeagueCupAFCTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsShillong Lajong2015–16I-League6100–612016–1718220–202Total2432000263Pune City2017–18Indian Super League12010–130Chennaiyin2018–191311061202Jamshedpur2019–20Indian Super League91––912020–21160––160Total2510000251Odisha2021–22Indian Super League200––2002022–2320141–241Total4014100442Punjab2023–24Indian Super League––––Hyderabad FC2024-25Indian Super League60––60Career total120671611338
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