FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers points table LIVE: AFC standings, Kuwait qualifying over India, North Korea qualifies for Asian Cup
9 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers points table LIVE: AFC standings, Kuwait qualifying over India, North Korea qualifies for Asian Cup

The Hindu  

It’s the final matchday of the second round of the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers 2026 as lot of sides will be giving one last push to make it to the third round. FOLLOW: LIVE updates of the Qatar vs India FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier The Blue Tigers have to at least juice out a draw against the mighty Qatar in order to pip third-placed Afghanistan in Group A for a third round spot, provided the Afghans stay put in the points table. Teams like Vietnam and North Korea also are dependent on other sides dropping points in their respective groups. Here are how the tables of the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers 2026 are looking: Group A: Positions Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 Qatar 6 5 2 0 18 3 15 16 2 Kuwait 6 2 1 3 6 6 0 7 3 India 6 1 2 3 6 6 -4 5 4 Afghanistan 6 1 3 2 3 13 -10 6 Group B: Positions Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 Japan 6 6 0 0 24 0 24 18 2 North Korea 6 3 0 3 10 7 3 9 3 Syria 6 2 1 3 9 12 -3 7 4 Myanmar 6 0 1 5 3 27 -24 1 Group C: Positions Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 South Korea 6 5 1 0 20 1 19 16 2 China 6 2 2 2 9 9 0 8 3 Thailand 6 2 2 2 9 9 0 8 4 Singapore 6 0 1 5 5 24 -19 1 Group D: Positions Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 Oman 5 4 0 1 10 1 9 12 2 Kyrgyzstan 5 3 1 1 12 6 6 10 3 Malaysia 6 2 2 3 6 9 -3 8 4 Chinese Taipei 6 1 1 5 2 15 -13 1 Group E: Positions Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 Iran 5 4 1 0 16 4 12 13 2 Uzbekistan 5 4 1 0 13 4 9 13 3 Turkmenistan 5 0 1 4 4 14 -10 1 4 Hong Kong 5 0 1 4 4 15 -11 1 Group F: Positions Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 Iraq 6 5 1 0 14 1 13 16 2 Indonesia 6 3 1 2 8 8 0 10 3 Vietnam 6 2 1 3 5 7 -2 7 4 Philippines 6 0 1 5 3 14 -11 1 Group G: Positions Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 Saudi Arabia 5 4 1 0 11 1 10 13 2 Jordan 5 3 1 1 14 3 11 10 3 Tajikistan 5 1 2 2 8 7 1 5 4 Pakistan 5 0 0 5 1 23 -22 0 Group H: Positions Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 UAE 5 5 0 0 15 1 14 15 2 Bahrain 5 3 1 1 10 2 8 10 3 Yemen 5 1 1 3 3 7 -4 4 4 Nepal 5 0 0 5 0 18 -18 0 Group I:

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Who has qualified for the 2026 World Cup?
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5 days, 23 hours ago

Who has qualified for the 2026 World Cup?

Associated Press  

The 2026 World Cup will have a record 48 teams, and Japan became the first nation excluding the three hosts to secure a spot. Another two will secure their berths in the international playoffs featuring six teams and scheduled for March 2026. North and Central America plus the Caribbean get three direct berths and another two spots in the international …

FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers 2023-25: Which teams are in action, When are the matches?
6 days, 9 hours ago

FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers 2023-25: Which teams are in action, When are the matches?

The Hindu  

The third round of the AFC World Cup Qualifiers is set to resume from Thursday, March 20. With plenty of games still left and spots to be grabbed, more teams will look to qualify for the mega event, set to be played in Canada, Mexico and the USA. Nine matches will be played on March 20 and another nine matches …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, AFC points table: Complete standings for Asian qualification in third round
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6 days, 10 hours ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, AFC points table: Complete standings for Asian qualification in third round

The Hindu  

The third round of the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers is set to resume from Thursday, March 20. Here are the standings in the third round so far: Third Round Group A Standings: Group A MP W D L GF GA GD Pts. Iran 6 5 1 0 12 5 7 16 Uzbekistan 6 4 1 1 8 5 3 …

Japan becomes the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after host nations
6 days, 10 hours ago

Japan becomes the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after host nations

Associated Press  

SAITAMA, Japan — Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama Stadium on Thursday. We will try and win our three remaining games and grow as a team.” Earlier, second-place Australia took a big step toward a seventh appearance by defeating Indonesia 5-1 in Sydney in the visitors’ first game …

Japan first team to qualify for 2026 World Cup after victory over Bahrain
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6 days, 23 hours ago

Japan first team to qualify for 2026 World Cup after victory over Bahrain

Al Jazeera  

Japan ensure a top two finish with 2-0 win against Bahrain in Group C of Asia qualifiers for 2026 World Cup. Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama Stadium. Second-half goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo ensured the Samurai Blue secured a spot in Asia Group C’s top …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, CAF points table: Standings in Africa before Round 5
1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, CAF points table: Standings in Africa before Round 5

The Hindu  

The fifth round of the FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers is set to resume from Wednesday, March 19. With plenty of games left and spots to be grabbed, teams would be looking to qualify for the mega event in USA, Canada and Mexico. Egypt is currently leading Group A, while Sudan, Rwanda, Cameroon, Morocco, Ivory Coast, Algeria, Tunisia, and Comoros …

How to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 in Asia?
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1 week ago

How to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 in Asia?

The Hindu  

The third round of the Asian Football Confederation World Cup Qualifiers is set to resume from Thursday, March 20. With plenty at stake for all the teams in the third round, teams would be gearing up to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in USA, Mexico and Canada. AFC FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 QUALIFIERS THIRD ROUND The third round …

Japan on cusp of being first qualifier to join co-host nations at 2026 World Cup
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Japan on cusp of being first qualifier to join co-host nations at 2026 World Cup

Deccan Chronicle  

It's a simple equation for Hajime Moriyasu and his Japan team this week: beat Bahrain and a 2026 World Cup spot is guaranteed. Another win would put Japan at least 10 points clear of the third-place team with just three games remaining in Group C. “Nothing is decided yet and I believe we should prioritize how we can play to …

Japan on the cusp of being the first qualifier to join the co-host nations at the 2026 World Cup
1 week ago

Japan on the cusp of being the first qualifier to join the co-host nations at the 2026 World Cup

Associated Press  

It’s a simple equation for Hajime Moriyasu and his Japan team this week: beat Bahrain and a 2026 World Cup spot is guaranteed. Another win would put Japan at least 10 points clear of the third-place team with just three games remaining in Group C. “Nothing is decided yet and I believe we should prioritize how we can play to …

FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Japan eyes win over Bahrain to become first team to make it to finals
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1 week, 1 day ago

FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Japan eyes win over Bahrain to become first team to make it to finals

The Hindu  

Japan will become the first nation to qualify for the 2026 World Cup on Thursday if it defeats Bahrain at Saitama Stadium as Hajime Moriyasu’s side look to continue its imperious form in Asia’s preliminaries. Three points would guarantee Japan a top-two finish in Group C and see it join co-hosts the United States, Canada and Mexico at next year’s …

Japan set to seal World Cup spot as Son aims to forget Spurs woes
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1 week, 1 day ago

Japan set to seal World Cup spot as Son aims to forget Spurs woes

Hindustan Times  

Japan can become the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup this week while Son Heung-min will try to forget his Tottenham woes by firing South Korea to the finals. There are three groups in the third Asian qualifying round for 2026, with the top two in each going straight to the World Cup. Indonesia have leaned heavily …

Champions Trophy 2025 Group B points table: How can England, Australia, Afghanistan qualify for semis? Explained
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025 Group B points table: How can England, Australia, Afghanistan qualify for semis? Explained

Live Mint  

Afghanistan's win over England and the washout in Rawalpindi between South Africa and Australia have complicated Group B in the race for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal. Afghanistan, Australia, and South Africa are all in contention for the remaining two semifinal spots, alongside already-qualified India and New Zealand. Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal qualification scenarios in Group B Australia: With …

Race for 2031 Asian Cup heats up as South Korea expresses interest to host
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Race for 2031 Asian Cup heats up as South Korea expresses interest to host

The Hindu  

The race to host the 2031 Asian Cup heated up on Friday when South Korea’s football association said it had submitted a “letter of intent” to host the continental championship to the Asian Football Confederation. “The Korea Football Association announced on the 28th that it had submitted an ‘Expression of Interest to Host’ to the Asian Football Confederation on the …

India vs Pakistan three more times in 2025 as Asia Cup lined up for September; ACC to avoid Champions Trophy fiasco
3 weeks, 6 days ago

India vs Pakistan three more times in 2025 as Asia Cup lined up for September; ACC to avoid Champions Trophy fiasco

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan are set to get a chance to avenge their Champions Trophy 2025 loss to India in Dubai, a defeat that sent them crashing out of the home tournament, as the Asian Cricket Council is set to schedule the 2025 Asia Cup in September. Asia Cup 2025 could be held in Sri Lanka or the UAE According to a report …

Champions Trophy 2025 updated points table: Check latest standings after England knocked out
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025 updated points table: Check latest standings after England knocked out

India TV News  

Champions Trophy 2025 updated points table: Check latest standings after England knocked out Afghanistan beat England by eight runs to knock them out of the Champions Trophy 2025. South Africa, Australia and Afghanistan now remain alive to qualify for the semi-finals from Group B. India and New Zealand have already qualified from Group A. Afghanistan knocked England out of the …

Analysing India’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers opponents
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Analysing India’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers opponents

The Hindu  

Manolo Marquez’s India has been drawn in Group C of the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers along with Hong Kong, Singapore and Bangladesh. Sportstar looks at India’s opponents ahead of the qualifiers 1) Hong Kong India has previously faced Hong Kong in the 2023 Asian Cup qualifiers in Kolkata in 2022. Westwood foiled India’s chances of advancing to the third round …

AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers: India in Group C with Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangladesh
3 months, 2 weeks ago

AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers: India in Group C with Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangladesh

The Hindu  

India was grouped with Hong Kong, Singapore and Bangladesh in Group C of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers, starting in March. India is the higher-ranked side in the group at 127, while Hong Kong is 29 places below at 156, Singapore at 161 and Bangladesh at 185. READ | Analysing India’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers opponents India played …

AFC Asian Cup 2027 third round qualifiers draw: Live streaming info; Which pot is India in?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

AFC Asian Cup 2027 third round qualifiers draw: Live streaming info; Which pot is India in?

The Hindu  

The draw for the third round of qualifiers for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup will take place at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Monday. So far, 18 teams have qualified for the tournament, and the remaining six will be determined through the third round of qualifiers, which will begin in March next year. The winners of each …

AFC Asian Cup 2027 third round qualifiers draw: Which pot is India in after the latest FIFA rankings?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

AFC Asian Cup 2027 third round qualifiers draw: Which pot is India in after the latest FIFA rankings?

The Hindu  

The draw for the third round of qualifiers for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup will take place at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on December 9, 2024. The winners of each group will qualify for the AFC Asian Cup 2027. RELATED: Manolo Marquez disappointed with draw but certain that India will qualify for AFC Asian Cup 2027 How …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Victory over Saudi Arabia gives Indonesia WC belief, says coach Shin
4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Victory over Saudi Arabia gives Indonesia WC belief, says coach Shin

The Hindu  

Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong believes his team’s shock 2-0 win over former Asian champions Saudi Arabia in Jakarta on Tuesday gives them a real chance of reaching the 2026 World Cup. Marselino Ferdinan struck twice against the Herve Renard-coached Saudis to secure his country’s first win in the third phase of the continent’s qualifiers, boosting their hopes of an appearance …

FIFA World Cup 2026, CONMEBOL Qualifiers: Wasteful Colombia falls to 10-man Ecuador, Paraguay draws at Bolivia
4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026, CONMEBOL Qualifiers: Wasteful Colombia falls to 10-man Ecuador, Paraguay draws at Bolivia

The Hindu  

Colombia lost 1-0 at home to 10-man Ecuador in South America’s qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday while Julio Enciso’s late equaliser salvaged a 2-2 draw for Paraguay at Bolivia. READ | Japan on brink of World Cup qualification, Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia In the day’s other qualifiers, Argentina faces Peru, Chile takes on Venezuela and Brazil is …

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers: Japan on brink of qualification, Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia
4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers: Japan on brink of qualification, Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia

The Hindu  

Japan is within touching distance of an eighth straight World Cup appearance after a 3-1 win over China on Tuesday put the team nine points clear of second-place Australia, which drew 2-2 with Bahrain, in its Asian qualifying group. READ | England has all the tools to win 2026 World Cup under Tuchel, says Carsley The Portsmouth forward opened the …

Japan on brink of reaching World Cup while Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia
4 months, 1 week ago

Japan on brink of reaching World Cup while Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia

Associated Press  

XIAMEN, China — Japan is within touching distance of an eighth straight World Cup appearance after a 3-1 win over China on Tuesday put the team nine points clear of second-place Australia, which drew 2-2 with Bahrain, in their Asian qualifying group. Zaid Al Qanbar opened the scoring after 12 minutes though Son Heung-min soon found the target to keep …

England to be drawn in five-team World Cup qualifying group after securing Nations League promotion with Republic of Ireland thrashing
4 months, 1 week ago

England to be drawn in five-team World Cup qualifying group after securing Nations League promotion with Republic of Ireland thrashing

Daily Mail  

England beat Republic of Ireland 5-0 in the Nations League on Sunday England will be drawn in a five-team World Cup qualifying group after securing Nations League promotion on Sunday. Teams are to be drawn into 12 World Cup qualifying groups of four or five teams in Zurich on Friday December 13. England will be drawn in a five-team World …

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers: Unstoppable Japan thrashes Indonesia to move closer to qualification
4 months, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers: Unstoppable Japan thrashes Indonesia to move closer to qualification

The Hindu  

Japan thrashed Indonesia 4-0 in Jakarta on Friday as Hajime Moriyasu’s relentless side moved seven points clear at the top of Group C of Asia’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers and another step closer to an automatic finals spot. An own goal from Justin Hubner 10 minutes before the interval gave the Japanese the lead before strikes from Takumi Minamino, Hidemasa …

FIFA World Cup 2026, AFC Qualifiers Round 3: What are the qualifying matches from Asia in this international break?
4 months, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026, AFC Qualifiers Round 3: What are the qualifying matches from Asia in this international break?

The Hindu  

The third round of the Asian Qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup 2026 will return from November 14 onwards in this international break, with fixtures from Matchday 5 and 6 taking place. The top two teams in each of the three groups will earn direct berths for the quadrennial football showpiece, while the third and fourth place teams will advance …

India One Step Away from AFC U-17 Asian Cup Qualification, Faces Thailand in Crucial Clash
5 months ago

India One Step Away from AFC U-17 Asian Cup Qualification, Faces Thailand in Crucial Clash

The Hindu  

India is one step away from qualifying for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, facing Thailand in a crucial clash on Sunday. With two wins from two games, India sits level on points with Thailand but trails on goal difference, making this match a must-win to secure the top spot and an automatic berth in the tournament. India …

India A vs Afghanistan A Live Score ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 Semi-Final: Varma-led IND A vs AFG A
Top News
5 months ago

India A vs Afghanistan A Live Score ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 Semi-Final: Varma-led IND A vs AFG A

Hindustan Times  

India A will face Afghanistan A in the semi-final of the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024. India A have been undefeated so far in the tournament, while Afghanistan began their campaign with a win against Sri Lanka A, followed by another win vs Bangladesh A. However, Afghanistan suffered a defeat against Hong Kong in their previous match.

India A vs Oman T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024: A Clash of Titans
5 months 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 Dominates Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024, Clinching Top Spot in Group B
5 months ago

India Dominates Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024, Clinching Top Spot in Group B

ABP News  

India secured a convincing seven-wicket victory over the United Arab Emirates in the ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 match. Led by Tilak Varma, India restricted UAE to 107 runs in 16.5 overs, with Rasikh Salam and Ramandeep Singh picking up three wickets each. India chased down the target with ease, reaching the finish in just 10.5 overs …

China suffer crushing defeat against Japan in WC Asian qualifiers
6 months, 2 weeks ago

China suffer crushing defeat against Japan in WC Asian qualifiers

China Daily  

Wataru Endo of Japan celebrates with teammates after scoring during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier match between China and Japan in Saitama, Japan, Sept 5, 2024. TOKYO - China's national team suffered a crushing 7-0 defeat to Japan on Thursday in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers third round opener. The third round of the Asian qualifiers …

Palestinians face one of Asia’s toughest soccer tests to start the 3rd round of World Cup qualifying
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Palestinians face one of Asia’s toughest soccer tests to start the 3rd round of World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

The Palestinian team is closer to the World Cup than ever after reaching the third round of qualifying in Asia as one of the top 18 on the continent. “Our goal is to be among the first four teams in the group, and we are capable of that,” Makram Daboub, head coach of the Palestinian team, told The Associated Press. …

Which team will India face? Who is Afghanistan up against? Here's how T20 World Cup semifinals look like after Super 8s
9 months ago

Which team will India face? Who is Afghanistan up against? Here's how T20 World Cup semifinals look like after Super 8s

Hindustan Times  

After 52 riveting clashes, the 2024 edition of the T20 World Cup has four semifinalists. India and Afghanistan qualified for the T20 World Cup from Group 1 of Super Eight The equation for the semifinal qualification was fairly simple for Afghanistan - they had to win to deny Australia the final spot. T20 World Cup semifinal full schedule and venue: …

How Afghanistan Can Qualify For T20 World Cup 2024 Semi-Final After Loss Against India
9 months ago

How Afghanistan Can Qualify For T20 World Cup 2024 Semi-Final After Loss Against India

ABP News  

Afghanistan in T20 World Cup semifinal: Afghanistan's 47-run defeat against India in their T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match on Thursday dented their campaign. Also on ABP Live | How India Can Qualify For T20 World Cup Semi-Final After IND vs BAN Super 8 Clash Explained: How Afghanistan can qualify for T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals In their first …

Team China squeezes into final World Cup qualifying stage
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Team China squeezes into final World Cup qualifying stage

China Daily  

Nervous Chinese fans watch their team during the Group C match of 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers between South Korea and China in Seoul, South Korea on June 11. Team China's Xie Wenneng in action during the Group C match of 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers between South Korea and China in Seoul, South Korea on June 11. …

India vs Qatar Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Qatar Beat India, IND 1-2 QAT
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India vs Qatar Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Qatar Beat India, IND 1-2 QAT

News 18  

India vs Qatar Live Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Qatar Beat India! IND 0-0 QAT India vs Qatar Live Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: 25' Rahim goes close! IND 0-0 QAT India vs Qatar Live Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: 18' Another chance for Qatar! IND 0-0 QAT India vs Qatar Live Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 …

China keeps its World Cup hopes alive despite a 1-0 loss to South Korea. Thailand and India miss out
9 months, 2 weeks ago

China keeps its World Cup hopes alive despite a 1-0 loss to South Korea. Thailand and India miss out

Associated Press  

China kept its 2026 World Cup hopes alive by the narrowest of margins despite a 1-0 loss to South Korea on Tuesday in Asian qualifying. South Korea finished the second round of continental qualifying atop Group C and remains on course for an 11th straight World Cup appearance. China’s only appearance at a men’s World Cup so far was in …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: China’s third round hopes in serious danger after loss to South Korea
9 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: China’s third round hopes in serious danger after loss to South Korea

The Hindu  

China’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup were left hanging by a thread after suffering a damaging 1-0 defeat at South Korea on Tuesday. South Korea was already into the third and final stage of qualifying as group winners, but China’s defeat left it in serious trouble of an early exit. Thailand will leapfrog China into second in …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: How can Vietnam qualify for the third round?
9 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: How can Vietnam qualify for the third round?

The Hindu  

While India will be keeping one eye on Afghanistan’s match against Kuwait as they battle it out against heavyweights Qatar for a place in the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, there are a few other close contests panning out in other groups. Positions Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 Iraq 5 5 …

Can India still qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 after draw against Kuwait in Chhetri's final game? Explained
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Can India still qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 after draw against Kuwait in Chhetri's final game? Explained

India TV News  

The Indian football team is looking for a dream entry into the FIFA World Cup. India have a chance to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the USA, Mexico and Canada but their chances as very slim, especially after their goalless draw against Kuwait a few days ago, which was also Sunil Chhetri's final International match in the …

FIFA World Cup qualifier: Sunil Chhetri-less India enter testing transition phase against Qatar
9 months, 2 weeks 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 …

A huge audience. India, China’s World Cup qualifying hopes are on the line in Asia
9 months, 2 weeks ago

A huge audience. India, China’s World Cup qualifying hopes are on the line in Asia

Associated Press  

The World Cup aspirations of India and China are on the line Tuesday when a defeat could mean elimination from Asian qualifying. If China loses to South Korea in Seoul in the last game of the second round of qualification then it could lose second place in Group C to Thailand, which hosts Singapore in Bangkok. And even though South …

Palestine Create History by Reaching Third Round of FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Palestine Create History by Reaching Third Round of FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

News 18  

Palestine created history when they booked a place in the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers for the first time following a goalless draw on Thursday against Lebanon in Doha. Chhetri bows out Earlier in the day, PSG’s Lee Kang-in and Tottenham’s Son Heung-min both scored twice as South Korea trounced Singapore 7-0 while India legend Sunil Chhetri …

Palestinian team reaches final round of Asian World Cup qualification. Son leads South Korea in rout
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Palestinian team reaches final round of Asian World Cup qualification. Son leads South Korea in rout

Associated Press  

SINGAPORE — The Palestinian team advanced to the final round of World Cup qualification for the first time ever with a 0-0 draw against Lebanon on Thursday. Elsewhere, Son Heung-min scored twice as South Korea stayed on course for an 11th successive World Cup appearance by routing Singapore 7-0 to advance to the final round while China still has work …

India vs Kuwait, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: ‘Win will be a farewell gift for Sunil Chhetri,’ says Subhasish Bose
9 months, 3 weeks 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?
10 months 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 …

Paris 2024: Uzbekistan, Japan men’s football teams secure qualification for Olympic Games
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024: Uzbekistan, Japan men’s football teams secure qualification for Olympic Games

The Hindu  

Uzbekistan and Japan on Monday secured two of Asia’s three berths at this year’s Olympic Games football tournament with wins over Indonesia and Iraq respectively at the Under-23 Asian Cup in Qatar. Husain Norchaev put Timur Kapadze’s side in front with a volleyed finish from close range in the 68th minute before Pratama Arhan’s late own goal confirmed Uzbekistan’s progress …

FIFA World Cup qualifiers 2026: India to have preparatory camp in Bhubaneswar ahead of Kuwait clash
11 months ago

FIFA World Cup qualifiers 2026: India to have preparatory camp in Bhubaneswar ahead of Kuwait clash

The Hindu  

India senior men’s national team will have a four-week preparatory camp in Bhubaneswar, Odisha starting on 10 May, 2024 ahead of the crucial clash against Kuwait in FIFA World Cup qualifiers second round on June 2. !🔴 India Sr men's national team will have a 4-week preparatory camp in Bhubaneswar, Odisha starting 10 May, 2024. The final squad will move …

Under-23 Asian Cup moves into quarterfinals. Indonesia eyes its first Olympic qualification
11 months ago

Under-23 Asian Cup moves into quarterfinals. Indonesia eyes its first Olympic qualification

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Indonesia heads into its quarterfinal match against South Korea at the Under-23 Asian Cup with a chance to move a step closer to its first-ever Olympic appearance. We want to be in the semifinals,” said Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong, who was in charge of South Korea at the 2018 World Cup and will now try to prevent …

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