India Loses 1-2 to Afghanistan in 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier
India's World Cup Hopes Dented as Afghanistan Emerges Victorious
Match Highlights and Commentary
In a heart-wrenching match, India fell short to Afghanistan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, losing 1-2 at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium. Despite a valiant effort, India's defense proved vulnerable to Afghanistan's relentless attacks.
India's hopes were briefly lifted by Sunil Chhetri's free-kick goal in the first half. However, Afghanistan responded with a stunning equalizer, leaving India on the back foot. In a dramatic turn of events, Sahal Samad's stoppage-time goal sealed India's fate.
The loss marks a significant setback for India's World Cup aspirations and highlights the need for further improvement. Afghanistan, on the other hand, has boosted its chances of qualifying for the tournament.
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