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Sunil Chhetri Goal in Vain as India Slumps to 1-2 Loss to Afghanistan in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
India's World Cup hopes suffer a setback
Match Highlights
India's hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup suffered a major setback on Thursday as they slumped to a 1-2 defeat against Afghanistan in Guwahati. Sunil Chhetri's goal proved to be in vain as Afghanistan came from behind to secure a crucial victory in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.
The match was billed as a 'six-pointer' for India, who entered the game level with Afghanistan on points. However, it was the visitors who took the lead in the 25th minute through Farshad Noor. Chhetri equalized for India just before the break, but Afghanistan regained the advantage early in the second half thanks to Zubayr Amiri's goal.
India pushed for an equalizer in the closing stages but failed to find a way through the Afghanistan defense. The defeat leaves India with an uphill task to qualify for the World Cup, as they now trail their opponents by three points.
Conclusion
India's loss to Afghanistan is a major disappointment for the Blue Tigers, who have now lost two of their four qualifying matches. Chhetri's goal was a reminder of his class, but it was not enough to prevent India from suffering a setback that could prove costly in their quest to reach the World Cup.
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