Later in 2007 they reached the Asian Cup once again, but just went to the group stages.
The team's last continental qualifying was for the 2000 Asian Cup.
He had a second spell as coach at the 1972 Asian Cup.
Sun helped the national team win the Asian Cup in 1991, 1993, 1995 and 1997.
In club competition draws never been able to get through to the second round of the Asian Cup.
Iran national team win their third Asian Cup, all consecutive: a record who stands today.
He helped his team qualify for the 2007 Asian Cup.
He first played at senior national level at the 2008 Asian Cup.
India would then fail to make the Asian Cup for another 27 years.
He has made appearances for the national team during Asian Cups, 2004, and 2007.