Buoyed by the goal, India continued to dominate the first half, with Chhangte, Liston Colaco and Mahesh Singh combining well in attack. The home side repeatedly tested the Singapore defence, forcing hurried clearances and creating several scoring chances.
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India face must-win clash against Singapore in AFC Asian Cup qualifier
With only victory likely to keep their slim chances alive, coach Khalid Jamil will welcome the additions of Mohun Bagan Super Giant defender Subhasish Bose and midfielder Lalengmawia ‘Apuia’ Ralte to the squad, giving the Blue Tigers a timely boost ahead of the high-stakes outing.
10-man India snatch late draw against Singapore in AFC Asian Cup Qualifier
Before the home crowd, Singapore seemed destined to take all three points until substitute Rahim Ali capitalised on a defensive error in the dying minutes to rescue a point for India.
Football: India face must-win test against Singapore in Asian Cup qualifiers
After a build-up marred by several players missing the first half of the national camp, the Indian football team faces a tricky Singapore in a crucial AFC Asian Cup qualifying third round match in the city-state on Thursday, October 9. Though the talisman Sunil Chhetri has returned to the team after he was rested for […]
Interim football coach Gavin Lee rallies Singapore squad ahead of key AFC Qualifiers against India
Interim Singapore national football coach Gavin Lee says his team is focused on consistency, discipline, and self-belief as the Lions prepare for their upcoming double-header against India in the AFC qualifying rounds. Lee, 34, who took over as interim coach earlier this year following Tsutomu Ogura’s departure, has named a 26-member squad for what he […]
Chhetri, Jhingan return as Khalid Jamil names squad for Asian Cup Qualifier against Singapore
The Indian senior men’s football team will have both Sunil Chhetri and Sandesh Jhingan back in action as head coach Khalid Jamil named his 23-member squad for the upcoming Asian Cup Qualifiers away fixture against Singapore on October 9. Chhetri, 41, who had announced his international retirement earlier this year before making a comeback, did […]
Aishwarya Pissay becomes first Indian and Asian woman to win at Rally-Raid Portugal
Indian motorsport received a historic boost this week when Bengaluru rider Aishwarya Pissay became the first woman from India and Asia to win her category at the BP Ultimate Rally-Raid Portugal 2025. The event was the fourth round of the FIM World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC), a series recognised as one of the toughest tests in […]
Wrestler Ravi Dahiya reflects on sacrifice, success and Olympic dreams at OGQ event in Singapore
In a conversation with Connected to India, the 27-year-old wrestler came across as humble and thoughtful, reflecting on the journey that has carried him from a wrestling-mad Haryana village to the Olympic podium.
India beat Bangladesh on penalties to win 7th SAFF U17 title
In the shootout, India showed remarkable composure. Gangte, Korou Meitei Konthoujam, and Indra Rana Magar all converted confidently before Shubham Poonia scored the decisive fourth kick.
Anandkumar Velkumar makes history with India’s first World Championship gold in skating
The 22-year-old skater clinched the senior men’s 1000m sprint title with a timing of 1:24.924, making him the first Indian to become a world champion in the sport.
