“India Looks to Strengthen Second Place in Group A in FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Against Afghanistan”

The Indian football team is gearing up to face Afghanistan in a crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday. After a disappointing draw against the Lions of Khorasan, India is eager to secure a much-needed victory to solidify their position in the standings.

Currently occupying the second spot in Group A, India has a chance to increase their points tally to seven with a win against Afghanistan. The top spot in the group is currently held by Qatar, who have a perfect record so far. A win for India would not only boost their qualification hopes for the third round but also ensure automatic qualification for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.

On the other hand, Afghanistan, buoyed by their recent draw against India, will be looking to register their first win in the qualifiers after suffering heavy defeats in their previous matches. Despite being the lowest-ranked team in the group, Afghanistan will pose a challenge for India.

Adding further intrigue to the match are the contrasting forms of both teams. India is currently on a five-game winless streak, while Afghanistan has shown improvement with a recent draw. The match will also witness key battles on the field, such as Anwar Ali going up against Jabra Sharza and Vikram Partap Singh facing off against Zohib Amiri.

The match is set to take place on Tuesday, March 26, at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati, India. With both teams eager for a victory, the stage is set for an intense and closely contested encounter. Time: 07:00 PM IST.