India vs Pakistan: All-time head-to-head record

The two nations share a rich footballing rivalry.

India and Pakistan have met on many occasions, and each time the stakes are high with both teams looking to come out on top in the fierce competition. The much-anticipated match between India and Pakistan in the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship took place on Wednesday, June 21.

India, with a FIFA ranking of 98, are currently ranked higher than Pakistan, who sits at the 195th position. The Indian football team has won the SAFF Championship eight times, while Pakistan never won the title. However, despite India's dominance, Pakistan have managed to pull off some surprise victories over the years. The India-Pakistan football rivalry is steeped in history. The two teams first played each other in 1959.

Recent domination from the Blue Tigers

In recent years, however, India has dominated the rivalry winning the last four out of five meetings between the two sides. This includes a 3-1 thrashing of Pakistan in the 2018 SAFF Cup. India has been in good form leading up to the tournament and will be looking to continue their winning streak against their traditional rivals.

Pakistan on the other hand, have struggled in recent times and has lost the last 4 matches played in 2023. However, their coach Shahzad Anwar will be hoping that his team can rise to the occasion and pull off an upset against their arch-rivals.

The SAFF Championship is a crucial tournament for both teams as it provides a platform for them to compete against other teams in the region and showcase their talent. The tournament will also serve as a preparation for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers.

The India-Pakistan football rivalry is not just important for the two nations but also the region as a whole. The SAFF Cup has provided some memorable moments in the past and there is no doubt that the India-Pakistan match will be one of the highlights of the tournament. It is a game that will be watched by millions of fans around the world and there is a sense of excitement and anticipation among football fans in both nations.

India vs Pakistan: Last six meetings

Pakistan 1-3 India (International Friendly)-23 Mar 2011

India 1-0 Pakistan (SAFF Championship 2013) -01 Sep 2013

India 0-2 Pakistan (International U-23 Team Friendly)-August 20, 2014

India 1-0 Pakistan (International Friendly)- August 17, 2014

India 3-1 Pakistan -(SAFF Championship 2018)-12 Sep 2018

India 4-0 Pakistan (SAFF Championship 2023) - 22 June 2023

India vs Pakistan: Overall head-to-head record*

Games played - 27

India wins - 14

Draws - 10

Pakistan wins - 3*Source: 11v11.com

*Last Updated on 22 June 2023