'If Stimac fails to deliver...' - Indian football fans demand full points from Afghanistan clash in FIFA WC Qualifiers

Some fans believe Afghanistan boss Ashley Westwood is better than Igor Stimac.

In just a couple of hours, Indian Football Team will lock horns with Afghanistan at the Damac Stadium. The important 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers clash is an ideal opportunity for the Blue Tigers to not only get back to winning ways after a series of losses, but also to better their chances to enter the next round with wins of gigantic goal difference.

The match also holds special importance as Igor Stimac’s men will face a side managed by Ashley Westwood. The English manager is a popular figure in Indian football for his heroics & long spent years in the sub-continent.

Westwood is one of the most successful coaches in modern times in Indian football, guiding Bengaluru FC to the coveted I-League twice and Federation cup once in his tenure. He also possess experience of managing former ISL side ATK. It would be interesting to witness how Westwood uses his long gained experience in Indian football to Afghanistan’s favour.

Let’s have a look at how people reacted on X (formerly Twitter) on India’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers clash with Westwood’s side.

Reaction on game against Ashley Westwood

Don’t be surprised if Afghanistan wins.

— Rajveer Singh (@Rajveer4198) March 21, 2024

Westwood is slightly better

— Yogita Pandey (@UtkarsP29713346) March 21, 2024

Atleast 3 goals against depleted Afghanistan side or Stimac should resign out of shame

— Kingshuk (@kin9shuk) March 21, 2024

Reaction on match & hate for Igor Stimac

Let the #BlueTigers Roar!!!!! 🐯

— Indian Football News (@IndianF36495051) March 21, 2024

If Igor Stimac fails to deliver, it's time for a change in leadership.

— Hitesh Patel (@HiteshPatel_97) March 21, 2024

Thailand (Rank 101) drew with South Korea (Rank 22)Myanmar (Rank 162) drew with Syria (Rank 89)And not in 'Friendly', but in AFC/FIFA stage.Just qualifying to 3rd Round is not enough, #IndianFootball must demonstrate progress on field as well. All AFC nations are improving.

— Nexter (@Nexter21) March 21, 2024

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