Igor Stimac, Sunil Chhetri cautiously optimistic ahead of World Cup qualifying campaign
5 years, 4 months ago

Igor Stimac, Sunil Chhetri cautiously optimistic ahead of World Cup qualifying campaign

The Hindu  

India hosts Oman in the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Thursday, with an away game against Qatar coming up on September 10. The Croatian stressed on the need for Indian football to grow "step-by-step" before dreaming of the big stage – a maiden World Cup appearance. PREVIEW | New-look India begins World Cup qualifiers with Oman test "Oman and Qatar are favourites in our group. Youth revolution Stimac might have chopped and changed his starting line-ups throughout the King's Cup and the Intercontinental Cup, but one mainstay in the team was 18-year-old Amarjit, who played in all five games.

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India A vs Oman T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024: A Clash of Titans
2 months, 2 weeks ago

India A vs Oman T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024: A Clash of Titans

ABP News  

India A will be looking to extend their unbeaten run in the T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 against Oman. Despite facing a tough opponent in Oman, India's all-round performance suggests they have the upper hand. The match is set to be a thrilling contest, with both teams aiming to secure a spot in the semi-finals.

India A Dominates Group B, Set to Clash with Oman in T20 Asia Cup Finals
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

India A Dominates Group B, Set to Clash with Oman in T20 Asia Cup Finals

Firstpost  

India A continues their impressive form in the ACC Men’s T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup, securing a second consecutive victory against Oman. Led by Tilak Varma, the Indians amassed a healthy 180 runs, with Abhishek Sharma, Prabhsimran Singh, and Varma contributing significantly with the bat. In response, Oman struggled to reach their target of 107, with Rasikh Dar Salam and …

Igor Stimac sacked as India coach: Two great years, three not-so-good and a disappointing end
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Igor Stimac sacked as India coach: Two great years, three not-so-good and a disappointing end

Firstpost  

India men’s national football team coach Igor Stimac paid the price for massively inconsistent results with his job but his five-year tenure did have some positives to contribute to the Indian football ecosystem. It took a week but the All India Football Federation finally wielded the axe and sacked Igor Stimac as the head coach of the India men’s national …

India suffer controversial 1-2 defeat to Qatar as Round 3 dreams face dramatic end
6 months, 4 weeks ago

India suffer controversial 1-2 defeat to Qatar as Round 3 dreams face dramatic end

India Today  

India were handed a 2-1 defeat to Qatar in their FIFA World Cup Qualifiers clash on June 11 in Doha, which came in the most controversial of manners. However, the ball which ultimately led to Aymen's goal had clearly travelled outside the line before being rolled into the net, much to the utter frustration of India goalkeeper and skipper Gurpreet …

FIFA World Cup qualifier: Sunil Chhetri-less India enter testing transition phase against Qatar
7 months ago

FIFA World Cup qualifier: Sunil Chhetri-less India enter testing transition phase against Qatar

The Hindu  

The influential Sunil Chhetri's absence will be a difficult void to fill as the Indian football team enters a testing transition phase with a crucial FIFA World Cup qualifying match against heavyweights Qatar in Doha on June 11. An acid test awaits India as they run into two-time Asian champions Qatar at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, knowing well that …

Qatar vs India: Who can become India’s No. 9 after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement, in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?
7 months ago

Qatar vs India: Who can become India’s No. 9 after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement, in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?

The Hindu  

India’s match against Kuwait was a momentous occasion, with Sunil Chhetri, India’s highest goal scorer, donning the national colours for the last time. It was a chance for the Blue Tigers to give its talismanic skipper a fitting farewell by bolstering its chances of making it to the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. READ | Qatar …

India vs Kuwait, FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Three key battles to look out for in Sunil Chhetri’s farewell match
7 months ago

India vs Kuwait, FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Three key battles to look out for in Sunil Chhetri’s farewell match

The Hindu  

India will face Kuwait in a FIFA World Cup qualifying match at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Thursday. The match is not only important due to India’s qualification to the third round but also because captain Sunil Chhetri will be making his 151st and final appearance for the Blue Tigers. FOLLOW: LIVE UPDATES FROM THE INDIA VS KUWAIT FIFA …

India vs Kuwait, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: ‘Win will be a farewell gift for Sunil Chhetri,’ says Subhasish Bose
7 months ago

India vs Kuwait, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: ‘Win will be a farewell gift for Sunil Chhetri,’ says Subhasish Bose

The Hindu  

While the City of Joy has been the Blue Tigers’ home for the past week, Subhasish Bose is perhaps the one feeling most at home. FOLLOW: LIVE UPDATES FROM THE INDIA VS KUWAIT FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIER “The match against Kuwait is hugely important for us. And apart from Sunil Chhetri, few know better the significance of playing at the …

India squad for FIFA WC Qualifier against Kuwait: Who is in and who is out?
7 months, 2 weeks ago

India squad for FIFA WC Qualifier against Kuwait: Who is in and who is out?

Live Mint  

In preparation for the FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6 in Kolkata, India’s head coach, Igor Stimac, has finalized a squad of 27 players for the skipper Sunil Chhetri’s last game. “Parthib and Hammad suffered minor injuries a few days back and will need 7-14 days of rest,” he added. The group’s top two teams will …

India announce squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifier vs Kuwait in Sunil Chhetri's farewell match
7 months, 2 weeks ago

India announce squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifier vs Kuwait in Sunil Chhetri's farewell match

Hindustan Times  

Forward Parthib Gogoi and defender Muhammad Hammad were left out due to injuries as India announced a 27-member squad for the World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6 which would mark the end of long-serving captain and ace striker Sunil Chhetri's international career. Following the match against Kuwait, India will travel to take on Qatar on June 11 …

India Eye Goals Against Afghanistan in Sunil Chhetri's Landmark Appearance
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India Eye Goals Against Afghanistan in Sunil Chhetri's Landmark Appearance

News 18  

Milestone man Sunil Chhetri will be the cynosure of all eyes as India hope to overcome their struggles in front of the goal in the return leg of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Afghanistan here on Tuesday. Having played his first International in 2005, he has so far earned 149 international caps, 93 goals and 11 trophies for …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Stimac optimistic on India’s chances against Afghanistan
9 months, 3 weeks ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Stimac optimistic on India’s chances against Afghanistan

The Hindu  

India head coach Igor Stimac sounded optimistic about his side’s chances, who will play two back-to-back FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 Joint Qualifiers Round 2 matches against Afghanistan. Once we all get there, we will start talking about how to win the game from the very first second.” India begun its FIFA World Cup 2026 and …

'We rank outsiders' - Igor Stimac on India's chances at Asian Cup, targets third round at World Cup Qualifiers
1 year ago

'We rank outsiders' - Igor Stimac on India's chances at Asian Cup, targets third round at World Cup Qualifiers

India TV News  

India men's football team head coach Igor Stimac played down Blue Tigers' chances at the upcoming AFC Asian Cup 2023 on Sunday, December 31. The Serbian coach said that he is not focusing on the results at the Asian Cup and added that India's final goal is to qualify for the third round of World Cup qualifiers 2026. After the …

Igor Stimac Readies ‘Outsiders’ Team India and Lays Out His Plans for AFC Asian Cup
1 year ago

Igor Stimac Readies ‘Outsiders’ Team India and Lays Out His Plans for AFC Asian Cup

News 18  

The Indian men’s football team landed at the Hamad International Airport in Doha on Saturday for the AFC Asian Cup, to a rousing welcome from the fans in Qatar. Head coach Igor Stimac, who had arrived the day prior, lauded the fans for their warm welcome, promising a strong showing from the Blue Tigers despite numerous injuries plaguing the side. …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: India’s Journey, Progress, Challenges, And AFC Asian Cup Preparation
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: India’s Journey, Progress, Challenges, And AFC Asian Cup Preparation

ABP News  

The Indian men's senior football team commenced the second round of FIFA World Cup qualifiers on a positive note. While securing a victory in one of their two matches, this win instilled hope for India's advancement to the subsequent round, a historic feat if accomplished. India initiated their campaign with a 1-0 triumph over Kuwait on home soil, marking their …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India coach Igor Stimac rues missed opportunities after loss to ‘out of league’ Qatar
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India coach Igor Stimac rues missed opportunities after loss to ‘out of league’ Qatar

The Hindu  

India coach Igor Stimac, for a chance, did not appear apoplectic after a loss. AS IT HAPPENED | INDIA VS QATAR FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 QUALIFIERS HIGHLIGHTS “Let’s stop talking about the Asian Cup. Stimac had posted on X, requesting a longer national camp ‘throughout November and December’ for the qualifiers and the Asian Cup, which could not reach fruition …

After India’s heartbreak in the cricket World Cup, fans look for hope in Indian football against Qatar
1 year, 1 month ago

After India’s heartbreak in the cricket World Cup, fans look for hope in Indian football against Qatar

The Hindu  

India’s loss to Australia in the ICC World Cup final on November 19 was more than just a defeat. FOLLOW | HERE’S THE LIVE BLOG WITH THE LIVE SCORE AND ALL UPDATES FROM INDIA VS QATAR CLASH But in an era of frugality, where reels attract more eyeballs than 70mm films; when the sun rose the next day, Bhubaneswar saw …

Sunil Chhetri Says 'Will be Humongous When India Qualify for World Cup'
1 year, 2 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Says 'Will be Humongous When India Qualify for World Cup'

News 18  

Sunil Chhetri, who is third in the list of active footballers who have scored most goals in international matches, harbours hope to lead India to the FIFA World Cup. His eyes light up and a broad grin spreads across his face as he considers the prospect of India making history and qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for the first …

Intercontinental Cup 2023: Sunil Chhetri's India face Lebanon in a possible prelude to the final
1 year, 6 months ago

Intercontinental Cup 2023: Sunil Chhetri's India face Lebanon in a possible prelude to the final

Firstpost  

After seeing off Mongolia 2-0 in the opening game, the Blue Tigers edged Vanuatu 1-0 on Friday thanks to an exquisite Sunil Chhetri strike late on. Having already sealed their place in the Intercontinental Cup Final, the Indian senior men’s team will take on Lebanon in their last group match on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at the Kalinga Stadium in …

Highlights, Oman vs Papua New Guinea, T20 World Cup 2021, Match 1 Full Cricket Score: Oman win by 10 wickets to collect first points
3 years, 2 months ago

Highlights, Oman vs Papua New Guinea, T20 World Cup 2021, Match 1 Full Cricket Score: Oman win by 10 wickets to collect first points

Firstpost  

Follow the live scorecard and ball-by-ball commentary on the opening match of the T20 World Cup 2021 between Oman and Papua New Guinea our live blog Toggle between the tabs above to switch between quick scorecard, full scorecard and ball-by-ball commentary Preview: Co-host Oman have won the toss and elected to field in the T20 World Cup first-round Group B …

ICC T20 World Cup 2021: Mumbai invited by Oman to play T20 games ahead of showpiece event
3 years, 5 months ago

ICC T20 World Cup 2021: Mumbai invited by Oman to play T20 games ahead of showpiece event

Firstpost  

It is understood that Duleep Mendis, who is a senior office-bearer of Oman Cricket, approached Mumbai Cricket Association to send its team to the Arab nation. Mumbai: Domestic giants Mumbai have been invited by Oman Cricket to play T20 games against them ahead of the World Cup, which will take place in Oman and the United Arab Emirates from 17 …

India vs Afghanistan, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifier: Sunil Chhetri and Co Finish Third After 1-1 Draw
3 years, 6 months ago

India vs Afghanistan, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifier: Sunil Chhetri and Co Finish Third After 1-1 Draw

News 18  

India vs Afghanistan, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifier Football Match Score: It has been a very competitive second half of football with both the teams testing their opponent’s backline with continuous attacks. PREVIEW Goal-machine Sunil Chhetri will look to add to his tally and enter the all-time top 10 scorers’ list as a buoyant India meet Afghanistan in the joint …

All eyes on Chhetri as India takes on Afghanistan in Asian Cup qualifiers
3 years, 6 months ago

All eyes on Chhetri as India takes on Afghanistan in Asian Cup qualifiers

The Hindu  

Sunil Chhetri will look to add to his tally to enter the all-time top 10 scorers' list when India meets Afghanistan in the joint 2022 World Cup and 2023 Asian Cup qualifiers in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday. The Indian team needs just a draw from this final game to secure a place in the third round of AFC Asian Cup …

Sunil Chhetri one goal off entering all-time top-10 as India meet Afghanistan
3 years, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri one goal off entering all-time top-10 as India meet Afghanistan

India TV News  

Goal-machine Sunil Chhetri will look to add to his tally and enter the all-time top 10 scorers' list as a buoyant India meet Afghanistan in the joint 2022 World Cup and 2023 Asian Cup qualifiers here on Tuesday. While the Indian team needs just a draw from their final game against Afghanistan to secure a place in the third round …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: India need to sustain momentum against Afghanistan, says forward Manvir Singh
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: India need to sustain momentum against Afghanistan, says forward Manvir Singh

Firstpost  

India rode on a Sunil Chhetri brace to down Bangladesh 2-0 here on Monday for their first away win in a World Cup qualifier in 20 years. Doha: Forward Manvir Singh says the Indian football team needs to sustain the momentum in the upcoming 2022 World Cup and 2023 Asian Cup joint qualifier against Afghanistan, having beaten Bangladesh in the …

India vs Bangladesh HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri Scores Twice as India Win 2-0
3 years, 7 months ago

India vs Bangladesh HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri Scores Twice as India Win 2-0

News 18  

India vs Bangladesh Football Match, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers Highlights: India’s dominating performance was rewarded in the last 12 minutes of the match as India scored not once but twice through captain fantastic Sunil Chhetri. We need to capitalise on our chances.” Squads: India: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Amrinder Singh, Dheeraj Singh; Pritam Kotal, Rahul Bheke, Narender Gehlot, Chinglensana Singh, …

India 2 vs Bangladesh 0 Highlights FIFA 2022 World Cup Qualifiers: Chhetri brace gives Stimac second win as India manager
3 years, 7 months ago

India 2 vs Bangladesh 0 Highlights FIFA 2022 World Cup Qualifiers: Chhetri brace gives Stimac second win as India manager

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar's highlights of the India vs Bangladesh FIFA 2022 World Cup Qualifier match from the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium in Doha. MATCH REPORT: WC qualifiers: Chhetri brace lifts India to third, gives 2-0 win against Bangladesh Igor Stimac is finally a happy manager as his team beat Bangladesh 2-0 to strengthen its chances for qualifying to the AFC …

10-man India loses 0-1 to Qatar in 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier
3 years, 7 months ago

10-man India loses 0-1 to Qatar in 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier

The Hindu  

A 10-man India defended creditably well as it suffered a 0-1 defeat to Asian champions Qatar in their World Cup qualifying round match on Thursday. MATCH HIGHLIGHTS India, however, played with 10 men from the 17th minute onwards after defender Rahul Bheke was red carded for a second booking. India did have two good moves in the match from counter …

India vs Qatar Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifier: 10-man India Lose 1-0 to Qatar
3 years, 7 months ago

India vs Qatar Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifier: 10-man India Lose 1-0 to Qatar

News 18  

India vs Qatar Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifier: Indian football team went down 0-1 to Asian champions Qatar in a joint qualifying tournament for the 2023 Asian Cup and the 2022 World Cup. Goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, who had captained India in Chhetri’s absence in that match, says the two situations are not similar. “In the past few days …

India vs Qatar FIFA 2022 World Cup Qualifiers Highlights: Qatar beats 10-man India 1-0
3 years, 7 months ago

India vs Qatar FIFA 2022 World Cup Qualifiers Highlights: Qatar beats 10-man India 1-0

The Hindu  

Welcome to the highlights of the India vs Qatar FIFA 2022 World Cup Qualifier, live from Doha. Ball possession: India 27 per cent: Qatar 73 per cent 13' Yusuf puts in a pass to Abdel Haziz, who fires in a shot with his right foot, which flies over the goal. Vijayan on World Cup qualifier: This Indian team can beat …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: Possibly on last leg as India coach, Igor Stimac fights for his reputation
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: Possibly on last leg as India coach, Igor Stimac fights for his reputation

Firstpost  

If Igor Stimac’s tenure as India coach is to end in September this year then he would want to exit on a high note. India’s participation in the 2019 AFC Asian Cup came eight years after they last participated in the tournament. The FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022 campaign which also doubles as qualification for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: Under-pressure Igor Stimac desperate for positive results in final three games
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: Under-pressure Igor Stimac desperate for positive results in final three games

Firstpost  

So far, Igor Stimac somehow didn’t do enough to make his players play as a team. It’s time again for Indian men’s football team to overcome the trials and tribulations of FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The ultimate aim for head coach Igor Stimac and his team is to finish third in their group and make it to the third round …

It will be an 'extremely difficult game' against Qatar: Igor Stimac
3 years, 7 months ago

It will be an 'extremely difficult game' against Qatar: Igor Stimac

The Hindu  

Indian football team coach Igor Stimac on Wednesday said holding Qatar to a goalless draw in the first-leg of the 2022 World Cup Qualifiers was a "big surprise" and it will be extremely difficult to tame the Asian champions again on Thursday. Stimac's men will face the same opponents in the second-leg match of the joint World Cup and Asian …

It Will Be An 'Extremely Difficult Game' against Qatar: Igor Stimac
3 years, 7 months ago

It Will Be An 'Extremely Difficult Game' against Qatar: Igor Stimac

News 18  

Indian football team coach Igor Stimac on Wednesday said holding Qatar to a goalless draw in the first-leg of the 2022 World Cup Qualifiers was a “big surprise” and it will be extremely difficult to tame the Asian champions again on Thursday. That was a big surprise to everyone all over the world India holding Asian champions Qatar in Doha,” …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Daunting task ahead for India against Qatar
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Daunting task ahead for India against Qatar

The Hindu  

India’s preparation was far from ideal but it would take inspiration from the draw against Asian champion Qatar in 2019 when it faces the same team in the second-leg match of the joint World Cup and Asian Cup qualifiers, here on Thursday. Vijayan on World Cup qualifier: This Indian team can beat Qatar India's performance, however, has gone south since …

AIFF, Stimac issue clarification about comments on Qatar quarantine conditions
3 years, 7 months ago

AIFF, Stimac issue clarification about comments on Qatar quarantine conditions

The Hindu  

A day after the Indian men's football team coach Igor Stimac expressed unhappiness over the quarantine-like conditions imposed on the team in Doha, the All India Football Federation has released the following statement. "The team management including the players, the head coach, the support staff along with the AIFF are grateful to the Qatar FA for their cooperation in their …

Coach Igor Stimac Says He's 'Confident India Will Qualify for 2023 AFC Asian Cup'
3 years, 7 months ago

Coach Igor Stimac Says He's 'Confident India Will Qualify for 2023 AFC Asian Cup'

News 18  

With less than a week to go for India’s first match in the World Cup Qatar 2022 and AFC Asian Cup 2023 Qualifiers against Qatar, coach Igor Stimac on Friday advocated the importance of making up for lost time on the training ground. “Qatar is a fully prepared team, Bangladesh finished their season on May 10, and 23 out of …

FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifiers: Dubai friendly results will not have any impact in Doha, say Indian team members
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifiers: Dubai friendly results will not have any impact in Doha, say Indian team members

Firstpost  

Returning to action after a long COVID-19 break, India had held Oman to a 1-1 draw but suffered a 0-6 loss against UAE in the two international friendlies in March. New Delhi: The results of the two international friendlies in Dubai will have no impact on the qualifiers for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and 2023 AFC Asian Cup, said …

Sunil Chhetri and Co Reach Qatar to Take Part in 2022 FIFA World Cup and 2023 Asian Cup Qualifiers
3 years, 7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri and Co Reach Qatar to Take Part in 2022 FIFA World Cup and 2023 Asian Cup Qualifiers

News 18  

The Indian national football team led by talismanic Sunil Chhetri reached Qatar on late Wednesday evening for India’s three forthcoming matches in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, and AFC Asian Cup China 2023 Qualifiers, slated to be played from June 3 onwards. The AIFF thanked the Qatar Football Federation for their help, cooperation, and understanding in helping the Blue …

Indian football team to leave for Qatar on May 19 for WC Qualifiers
3 years, 7 months ago

Indian football team to leave for Qatar on May 19 for WC Qualifiers

India TV News  

The Indian football team will leave for Qatar on May 19 after the gulf country, in a big relief, accepted All India Football Federation's request to allow its players to train there ahead of the 2022 World Cup Qualifiers next month. India is already out of reckoning for a 2022 FIFA World Cup berth but is still in contention for …

Indian football team coach Igor Stimac expresses interest to include overseas citizens in national team
3 years, 9 months ago

Indian football team coach Igor Stimac expresses interest to include overseas citizens in national team

Firstpost  

New Delhi: Beleaguered coach Igor Stimac has dropped enough hints about his inclination to include Overseas Citizens of India in the national football team that stands shaken after one of its biggest defeats in years. A member of the Croatian team that made the semi-finals of the 1998 FIFA World Cup, he added, “Let me remind you that Afghanistan have …

India vs UAE: Igor Stimac Ready to Experiment Again in International Friendly
3 years, 9 months ago

India vs UAE: Igor Stimac Ready to Experiment Again in International Friendly

News 18  

On a high after an impressive 1-1 draw against a fancied Oman, India are pitted against the formidable United Arab Emirates in their second football friendly here on Monday, with head coach Igor Stimac again set to experiment with a fresh set of rookies. But India will draw inspiration from their match against UAE during the 2019 Asian Cup group …

India vs UAE preview: Stimac demands a sprightly display - Indian Football News
3 years, 9 months ago

India vs UAE preview: Stimac demands a sprightly display - Indian Football News

The Hindu  

After a resilient performance against Oman on Thursday, where the Indian football earned a gritty 1-1 draw, the Blue Tigers will face a superior-ranked UAE side at Dubai's Zabeel Stadium on Monday. Stimac's men put up a composed second half display and enjoyed more of the ball and found more space in the opponent’s half. - Jhingan out, Gurpreet returns …

Happy with Oman Result and 10 Players Making Their India Debuts: Igor Stimac
3 years, 9 months ago

Happy with Oman Result and 10 Players Making Their India Debuts: Igor Stimac

News 18  

On their return to the international arena, the Blue Tigers played out a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Oman at the Maktoum Bin Rashid Stadium in Dubai, UAE on Thursday, with Manvir Singh scoring the equaliser in the 55th minute. Immediately after the match, head coach Igor Stimac looked back at the game in a chat with AIFF TV and stated …

India holds Oman 1-1 in first international match after coronavirus lockdown
3 years, 9 months ago

India holds Oman 1-1 in first international match after coronavirus lockdown

The Hindu  

The Indian football team made a fine comeback in the second half to hold a dominant Oman side 1-1 in its first international match in more than a year in Dubai on Thursday. Manvir Singh then scored the equaliser in the 55th minute to help India pull off a rare draw against Oman in its first international outing after the …

India vs Oman Highlights, Friendly Football Match Updates: Manvir Helps Blue Tigers Draw 1-1
3 years, 9 months ago

India vs Oman Highlights, Friendly Football Match Updates: Manvir Helps Blue Tigers Draw 1-1

News 18  

India vs Oman Highlights, Friendly Football Match Updates: India made a fine comeback in the second half to hold fancied Oman 1-1 in their first international match in more than a year on Thursday. India conceded a goal in the 42nd minute with Chinglensana Singh’s clearance crossing the goal-line after hitting goalkeeper Amrinder Singh who started the match instead of …

India vs Oman highlights: Manvir Singh goal helps Igor Stimac's side play out 1-1 draw
3 years, 9 months ago

India vs Oman highlights: Manvir Singh goal helps Igor Stimac's side play out 1-1 draw

The Hindu  

That's it for today. MATCH REPORT | MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: However, Manvir Singh's headed goal in the 55th minute helped India draw level. INDIA XI: Amrinder Singh, Ashutosh Mehta, Akash Mishra, Chinglensana Singh, Sandesh Jhingan, Manvir Singh, Bipin Singh, Suresh Singh, Rowllin Borges, Jeakson Singh, Ashique Kuruniyan. The All Indian Football Federation's move to play international friendlies against strong teams like …

India coach Igor Stimac aiming for double benefit of experience, team combination from Oman, UAE friendlies
3 years, 9 months ago

India coach Igor Stimac aiming for double benefit of experience, team combination from Oman, UAE friendlies

Firstpost  

India’s match against Oman would bring an end to their COVID-19 exile from international football that has lasted over a year. With nine new first-timers like Akash Mishra, Liston Colaco, Ishan Pandita, Bipin Singh, and Lalengmawia, Stimac has made it clear that he is in search of new regulars for the international team. The friendlies are a precursor to India’s …

India vs Oman preview: Blue Tigers ready to prowl after COVID break
3 years, 9 months ago

India vs Oman preview: Blue Tigers ready to prowl after COVID break

The Hindu  

Talismanic captain Sunil Chhetri will not be there to inspire but a young Indian team will seek to play fearless football against a more fancied Oman in its first international match in more than a year here on Thursday. The absence of Chhetri, the second highest international goal-getter among active players, will be felt greatly but India did pull off …

Sunil Chhetri: Hope we fare well in the friendlies against UAE, Oman
3 years, 9 months ago

Sunil Chhetri: Hope we fare well in the friendlies against UAE, Oman

The Hindu  

Bitterly disappointed to miss upcoming international friendlies against Oman and UAE as he recovers from COVID-19, India football captain Sunil Chhetri is hopeful that his team-mates will give a good account of themselves against the two tough Asian sides. "That said I am both excited and grateful about the two friendlies which the Blue Tigers will play this month against …

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