Which teams will Indian football team face in upcoming days?
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The Indian football team will next play in March 2024.
The Indian national football team faced a disappointing campaign in the AFC Asian Cup 2023, exiting the group stage without securing a single point or scoring a goal. The lackluster performance intensified the pressure on head coach Igor Stimac, who couldn’t deliver what the Indian fans wanted to see in the continental competition.
Igor’s objective is securing a top-two position in the World Cup Qualifiers (Round 2) to advance to Round 3. Stimac remains steadfast in his determination to guide the team into the next phase of the World Cup Qualifiers. As the fixtures approach, the Indian team faces a crucial juncture, with the hope of redemption and a chance to rejuvenate their campaign on the road to the FIFA World Cup.
21 March 2024 – Afghanistan vs India
In the fiercely contested Group A of the World Cup Qualifiers, India, holding a crucial three points from two matches, face an upcoming clash with Afghanistan on their home turf. The encounter marks their first meeting since June 11, 2022, when India secured a 2-1 victory in the Round 3 of the AFC Asian Cup qualifications.
Despite having the historical advantage, India anticipate a resilient challenge from Afghanistan, who currently sit with zero points in the group.
26 March 2024 – India vs Afghanistan
The home fixture against Afghanistan holds paramount importance for the Indian national football team. Following an away clash with Afghanistan, India will host the same opponent at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium just five days later. Securing a victory on home turf becomes crucial for several reasons.
6 June 2024 – India vs Kuwait
The clash between India and Kuwait in the World Cup Qualifiers holds immense significance, given their previous encounter and the current group standings. In their previous meeting, India emerged victorious with a 1-0 win away from home.
11 June 2024 – Qatar vs India
The forthcoming clash against Qatar stands as a pivotal moment for the Indian national football team, particularly in light of their challenging away fixture. The significance is amplified by Qatar’s earlier 3-0 victory over India in the World Cup Qualifiers. This encounter serves as a crucial gauge of India’s progress and resilience in the competitive realm of World Cup qualification.
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