The Indian national football team will lock horns against Afghanistan with a hope to turn things around after a disastrous start to 2024. The Blue Tigers will play against the Lions of Khorasan playing at home in Guwahati on March 26 in the Round 2 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2027 AFC Asian Cup joint qualifiers.

India started their campaign with a statement 0-1 victory against Kuwait away from home before losing 0-3 to Asian champions Qatar in November 2023. They are currently second on the table behind Qatar after 0-0 draw with Afghanistan on 22nd March 2024. 

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In the upcoming FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, the Indian national team is set to face Afghanistan, aiming to rebound from a less-than-ideal start to 2024. The encounter will begin with an away match against the Lions of Khorasan, followed by a home fixture in Guwahati on March 26, as part of Round 2 of the joint qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2027 AFC Asian Cup.

The Blue Tigers kicked off their qualifying campaign with a notable 1-0 victory over Kuwait in an away match, only to face a 3-0 defeat against the reigning Asian champions, Qatar, in November 2023. Presently, India is positioned third in their group, trailing Qatar and Kuwait, with three points accrued.

In preparation for the critical FIFA World Cup Qualifiers matchup between India and Afghanistan, viewers can gain in-depth insights by watching our match preview video. This comprehensive guide covers the predicted lineups, latest injury news, a historical head-to-head analysis, and telecast information, ensuring fans are fully informed ahead of this pivotal clash.

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