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Heartbreak for India as Afghanistan Shocks in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

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Find out how Afghanistan's upset victory against India in the World Cup Qualifiers left fans stunned!

In a surprising turn of events, Afghanistan caused a major upset by defeating India 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers match. The loss dealt a significant blow to India's chances of advancing to the next round and securing a spot in the AFC Asian Cup. Despite Sunil Chhetri's milestone goal on his 150th international appearance, India couldn't secure a win against the lower-ranked Afghanistan team.

The match took place at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati, where fans were eagerly anticipating India's performance. The live blog coverage kept supporters on the edge of their seats as they witnessed the intense battle between the two teams. Rahmat Akbari and Sharif Mukhammad's goals sealed Afghanistan's victory, leaving Indian football enthusiasts in disbelief.

As the dust settles from this unexpected defeat, head coach Igor Stimac hinted at the possibility of resigning from his position, adding further drama to India's football scene. The heartbreaking loss sparked discussions among fans about the team's future and strategies for upcoming matches.

In a football world filled with surprises and underdog triumphs, Afghanistan's win over India will be remembered as a standout moment in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. As the competition heats up, teams are gearing up for more thrilling matches and nail-biting finishes. Stay tuned as the journey to the World Cup unfolds, bringing excitement and unpredictability to the football field!

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India vs Afghanistan, WC qualifiers: How can India qualify for FIFA ... (Sportstar)

India is sitting second after three matches, India has a chance to qualify for the third round and thus for the next edition of the AFC Asian Cup.

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World Cup Qualifier: Afghanistan shock India in Sunil Chhetri's ... (Times of India)

Football News: In a surprising upset, Afghanistan, ranked lower than India, secured a 2-1 victory, marking one of the home team's most humiliating defeats ...

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India vs Afghanistan, FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: When, where, how ... (Firstpost)

The FIFA World Cup Qualifier between India and Afghanistan will take place at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati.

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India vs Afghanistan Live FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Scores, Updates ... (ESPN India)

Follow along live as India take on Afghanistan in a must win encounter at Guwahati, the live blog will have you covered from kickoff to final whistle.

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India vs Afghanistan, 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Live Streaming ... (ABP Live)

Check below everything you need to know about India vs Afghanistan 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match live streaming, telecast in India.

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Will leave my position: Igor Stimac ahead of FIFA World Cup ... (WION)

Ahead of Indian men's football team's crucial FIFA World Cup Qualifiers match against Afghanistan, head coach Igor Stimac has said he will resign from the ...

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India vs Afghanistan Highlights, 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers ... (NDTVSports.com)

Sunil Chhetri scored a penalty on his 150th international appearance to hand India the lead in the first half. However, Rahmat Akbari scored the equaliser and ...

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FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: What are India's chances of advancing to ... (ESPN India)

A 2-1 loss to Afghanistan dealt a massive blow to India's hopes of qualifying for the third round of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Afghanistan shocks India in Sunil ... (The Hindu)

India suffers shocking 2-1 defeat to Afghanistan in 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers despite Chhetri's milestone goal.

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FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Sunil Chhetri's goal in vain as India suffer ... (Firstpost)

Goals from Rahmat Akbari and Sharif Mukhammad gave Afghanistan a 2-1 victory over India in a FIFA World Cup Qualifiers clash in Guwahati on Tuesday.

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FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Afghanistan beat India 2-1 in Sunil ... (India Today)

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier: Afghanistan came from behind to register a fantastic 2-1 win over India in Sunil Chhetri's landmark 150th international ...

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India vs Afghanistan Live FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Scores, Updates ... (ESPN Australia)

Follow along live as India take on Afghanistan in a must win encounter at Guwahati, the live blog will have you covered from kickoff to final whistle.

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World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Afghanistan ride late goals to shock India ... (Hindustan Times)

Chhetri scores in 150th game but Afghanistan hit back through Akbari and Mukhammad | Football News.

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Afghanistan stun India in crunch FIFA World Cup qualifier - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

India took the lead from a Chhetri penalty but Afghanistan scored twice in the 2nd half to clinch victory.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers: India lose to Afghanistan at ... (Olympics)

The Indian football team lost 2-1 vs Afghanistan in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers in Guwahati. Sunil Chhetri scored a goal for India in his 150th ...

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India can still progress to 3rd round of World Cup Qualifiers: Stimac ... (India Today)

Despite a disappointing defeat to Afghanistan in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, Igor Stimac, the head coach of the Indian football team, expressed his ...

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FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Why losing to Afghanistan is a new-low ... (The Indian Express)

Four of Afghanistan's players do not have a club to play, the Afghans struggled to put a team together for the World Cup qualifiers due to disputes between ...

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FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Stimac's reign, India's campaign in ... (ESPN.co.uk)

All of Stimac's bravado ahead of both the games against Afghanistan reduced to a goalless draw and a deserved loss.

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Dahoud leaves Syria camp hours before World Cup qualifier, says ... (Reuters)

Mahmoud Dahoud, who recently switched allegiance from Germany to Syria, left the team camp hours before he was due to make his debut for Syria in a World ...

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Dahoud switches from Germany to Syria but leaves camp hours ... (Sportstar)

Mahmoud Dahoud, who recently switch his national team allegiance from Germany to Syria, left the Syria national team camp hours before its World Cup ...

Soccer-Dahoud leaves Syria camp hours before World Cup qualifier ... (XM)

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FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: What are India's chances of advancing to ... (ESPN)

A 2-1 loss to Afghanistan dealt a massive blow to India's hopes of qualifying for the third round of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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We can progress to third round of World Cup Qualifiers: Igor Stimac ... (Deccan Herald)

Guwahati, Mar 26 (PTI) Embattled Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac said his side can still progress to the third round of the FIFA World Cup ...

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