The Indian football crew is on the cusp of constructing it to the third spherical of the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers as they gear as much as meet their Asian neighbours Afghanistan on Friday (March 22) on the Damac Stadium in Abha, Saudi Arabia.
A win in opposition to Afghanistan will give three factors to India and take the Blue Tigers an inch nearer to the third spherical of the continuing Qualifiers. Notably, India have by no means made it to the third spherical of the Qualifiers since their first-ever look within the Qualifiers in 1985.
The Blue Tigers are coming into this contest on the again of an completely disappointing AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 marketing campaign. India crashed out of the event from the group stage itself after dropping to Australia, Uzbekistan and Syria in Group B.
However, there’s a purpose to rejoice for the Indian football followers as star midfielder Jeakson Singh Thounaojam is about to make his comeback for the nationwide aspect within the fixture in opposition to Afghanistan.
Jeakson suffered a shoulder harm throughout an Indian Super League outing between Kerala Blasters FC and Mumbai City FC in October final 12 months which saved him out of motion till February.
The 22-year-old has joined the Blue Tigers in Abha and “feels great to be back after a long and hard time”.
“It feels great to be back after a long and hard time. I’m happy to be with the team again. I’m looking forward to the upcoming two games now,” Jeakson instructed the All India Football Federation (AIFF).
“The training is going fantastic. Everybody is happy and working hard in every session. We are ready for this fight,” Jeakson added.
India wield a powerful file in opposition to Afghanistan. The two groups have met one another 11 occasions, with India successful on seven events and conceding a solitary sport.
Where to observe the India vs Afghanistan 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier match on TV?
The India vs Afghanistan 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier match might be broadcast live on DD Sports.
Where to watch the live streaming of the India vs Afghanistan 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier match?
The India vs Afghanistan 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier match might be streamed live on FanCode. The match will kick-start at 12:30 am IST (Friday).
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