Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:26pm on 21 Nov 2023,Tuesday Sports
Despite a gritty display, India faced a 0-3 defeat against reigning Asian champions Qatar in the 2026 FIFA World Cup second-round qualifiers at Kalinga Stadium. Qatar's Moustafa Tarek Mashal (4'), Almeoz Ali (47'), and Yusuf Adurisag (86') sealed the victory. India, seeking inspiration from a historic draw against Qatar four years ago, struggled to create scoring chances. Akram Afif's missed opportunities spared India a larger defeat. The team remains in contention for a third-round qualification after a recent 1-0 win over Kuwait. Next, India faces Afghanistan in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, on March 21, 2024, in the ongoing quest for FIFA World Cup 2026 participation.
