Bangladesh and India will clash in a crucial match for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers. The two teams currently find themselves in a tightly contested group, with both aiming to secure their position for the tournament in Saudi Arabia.
Match Preview: Bangladesh vs India
The first encounter between these teams ended in a stalemate in March, with a goalless draw recorded in Shillong. However, since then, significant changes have taken place, particularly for the Indian squad.
Coaching Changes and Squad Updates
India’s new manager, Khalid Jamil, has taken over from Manolo Marquez. This transition comes with the notable absence of Sunil Chhetri, India’s leading goal scorer. Chhetri’s potential second retirement is a talking point, especially as he did not join the team in Dhaka for this match.
However, forward Ryan Williams adds excitement to the Indian lineup. The former Australia international recently obtained Indian citizenship. His participation depends on obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Football Australia, as well as approval from FIFA and the AFC.
Current FIFA Rankings
India currently holds the 136th spot in the FIFA men’s team rankings, while Bangladesh is in 183rd place. This positions India as the favorites heading into this qualifier.
Head-to-Head Record
- Total Matches: 29
- India Wins: 14
- Bangladesh Wins: 4
- Draws: 11
Notably, the last time Bangladesh triumphed over India was in 2003, during the SAFF Championship semi-final held in Dhaka.
How to Watch Bangladesh vs India Live
Fans can catch the live stream of the upcoming match on the FanCode app and website in India. Unfortunately, there will be no television broadcast available for this qualifier.
Indian Team Roster for the Match
| Goalkeepers | Gurpreet Singh Sandhu |
|---|---|
| Defenders | Hrithik Tiwari, Sahil, Akash Mishra, Anwar Ali, Bikash Yumnam, Hmingthanmawia Ralte, Jay Gupta, Pramveer, Rahul Bheke, Sandesh Jhingan, Brison Fernandes, Lalremtluanga Fanai, Macarton Louis Nickson |
| Midfielders | Mahesh Singh Naorem, Nikhil Prabhu, Suresh Singh Wangjam, Edmund Lalrindika, Lallianzuala Chhangte |
| Forwards | Mohammed Sanan, Rahim Ali, Ryan Williams, Vikram Partap Singh |
This match not only promises to be a thrilling encounter but will also be pivotal for both teams as they vie for a prestigious spot in the AFC Asian Cup.
