India Advances to CAFA Nations Cup Third-Place Playoff After Iran-Tajikistan Draw

India Advances to CAFA Nations Cup Third-Place Playoff After Iran-Tajikistan Draw

 21:01 04/09/2025

India secured a CAFA Nations Cup third-place match berth due to their head-to-head record after a 2-2 draw between Tajikistan and Iran. India's earlier 2-1 victory over Tajikistan proved decisive, despite a goalless draw against Afghanistan. They will now compete for third place on September 8, marking an improvement after a previous loss to Afghanistan.
CAFA Nations Cup: India Stuns Tajikistan in Opener Thanks to Sandhu's Heroics and Defensive Prowess

CAFA Nations Cup: India Stuns Tajikistan in Opener Thanks to Sandhu's Heroics and Defensive Prowess

 16:01 29/08/2025

India triumphed over Tajikistan 2-1 in the CAFA Nations Cup opener, marking a successful debut for coach Khalid Jamil. Anwar Ali and Sandesh Jhingan scored early, while goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu's stellar performance, including a penalty save, secured the win. Despite a strong defensive stance, Jhingan emphasized the need for improvement before facing Iran.
No Sunil Chhetri! Khalid Jamil confirms 23-man squad for CAFA Nations Cup

No Sunil Chhetri! Khalid Jamil confirms 23-man squad for CAFA Nations Cup

 08:01 25/08/2025

Khalid Jamil has announced India's 23-member squad for the CAFA Nations Cup in Tajikistan, notably excluding veteran striker Sunil Chhetri. Mohun Bagan's players are unavailable, impacting selection. Anwar Ali, Naorem Mahesh Singh, and Jeakson Singh Thounaojam are included. India faces Tajikistan, Iran, and Afghanistan in Group B, with Jamil aiming to improve India's AFC Asian Cup qualifying performance.
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