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

Afghanistan have only managed to win once against India.

Following a lackluster goalless draw at Damac Stadium in Doha during the second Round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers/AFC Asian Cup 2027, India is gearing up for a match again against Afghanistan at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in Guwahati.

This pivotal match is a virtual do-or-die game for the hosts, as their aspirations to qualify for the third round of the WC Qualifiers hinge on securing a favorable result. However, Afghanistan faces challenges with several key players boycotting the national team for off-field reasons. Meanwhile, India’s head coach Igor Stimac is under pressure after failing to secure a positive result in what was perceived as a relatively “easy game.”

Historical Significance

India and Afghanistan have crossed paths 12 times prior to their upcoming meeting in Guwahati. Their first fixture occurred in the Asian Games in 2008, and over the span of 63 years, encounters between these two teams have rarely been one-sided affairs.

India with the lead in Head-to-Head

In the 12 matches played between India and Afghanistan, the Blue Tigers have maintained an advantage, securing victory 7 times. In contrast, Afghanistan has only registered one victory, with 4 matches ending in draws. 

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: India’s Quest for Round 3 Qualifiers

As India prepares to face Afghanistan, the focus shifts to the team’s quest for qualification to the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Despite past encounters, the importance lies in learning from previous mistakes and avoiding repetition.

The Blue Tigers cannot afford any slip-ups against Afghanistan if they are to realize their goal of advancing to the next round. The players and coaching staff must unite and demonstrate resilience in what has been a turbulent year for Indian football. Victory in this match will not only instill belief within the team but also silence the critics outside.

Should India fail to deliver the desired result, the repercussions could be significant with the possibility of major changes within the national team structure looming large. Igor Stimac’s future as head coach hangs in the balance, further adding to the pressure on the team to perform in this crucial encounter.

The outcome of this match will not only shape their respective journeys in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers but also carry significant implications for the future of Indian football.

India vs Afghanistan : All Time Head to head

India wins : 7

Afghanistan wins : 1

Drawn: 4

India vs Afghanistan : All matches

06 Mar 1951: India 3-0 Afghanistan (Asian Games)

12 Jan 2003: Afghanistan 0-4 India (South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship)

30 Jul 2008: India 1-0 Afghanistan (AFC Challenge Cup)

05 Dec 2009: India 1-0 Afghanistan (South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship)

03 Dec 2011: India 1-1 Afghanistan (South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship)

11 Dec 2011: India 4-0 Afghanistan (South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship)

11 Sep 2013: Afghanistan 2-0 India (South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship)

03 Jan 2016: India 2-1 Afghanistan (South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship)

14 Nov 2019: Afghanistan 1-1 India (FIFA World Cup)

15 Jun 2021: India 1-1 Afghanistan (FIFA World Cup)

11 Jun 2022: India 2-1 Afghanistan (AFC Asian Cup)

21 Mar 2024: Afghanistan 0-0 India (FIFA World Cup)

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