India’s Chances Against Afghanistan in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
The Indian football team is gearing up to take on a weak Afghan team in the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The team’s midfielders Jackson Singh and center back Anwar Ali are in great form, boosting the confidence of the Blue Tigers. However, midfielder Sahal Abdul Samad’s injury during training on Tuesday has raised some concerns.
India’s Current Standing
With one win under their belt and three points in the bag, India currently sits in second place in Group E. Qatar leads the pack with six points from two wins, while Kuwait is closely behind with four points. On the other hand, Afghanistan is struggling at the bottom of the group with zero points after suffering defeats in both their matches.
India’s victory against Kuwait and a close loss to Qatar have instilled confidence in the team, despite their FIFA ranking of 117, compared to Afghanistan’s 158.
Key Players and Strategies
Captain Sunil Chhetri, alongside Manvir Singh, will lead the attacking front for India. Despite Afghanistan missing some key players due to conflicts with their federation, they possess skilled individuals like Zohib Islam Amiri, Omid Musawi, and Bilal Arezu who can pose a threat to India’s defense.
Even though India is ranked lower in the FIFA rankings, Afghanistan’s tenacity and fighting spirit make them formidable opponents. With experienced players like Chhetri and Manvir, India aims to dominate the game and secure another crucial victory in the qualifiers.
Match Information
The much-anticipated clash between India and Afghanistan is set to kick off at 12:30 AM (Indian Standard Time) on Friday night. Football enthusiasts and supporters are eagerly waiting to witness this crucial encounter.
Priyanka