AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers: India and Bangladesh play out a goalless draw

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 25, 2025, 21:32 IST

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India and Bangladesh played out a 0-0 draw in their 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifier. Despite better initial form from Bangladesh, India dominated the second half but couldn’t break the deadlock. Key moments included a clearance by Subhasish Bose and a saved header from Udanta Singh. They will face each other again on November 18 in Bangladesh.

AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers: India and Bangladesh play out a goalless draw

India vs Bangladesh (Pic credit: AIFF)

NEW DELHI: India and Bangladesh played out a goal-less draw in their 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifying match on Tuesday. The Bangladesh side showed better form in the initial half, generating more attacks and corner kicks, though without creating definitive scoring opportunities.
The second half saw India displaying improved control, applying substantial pressure on Bangladesh, yet struggling to create meaningful chances.
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A crucial moment occurred in the 12th minute when Indian goalkeeper Vishal Kaith's miscalculated kick deflected off an opponent. Mohammed Ridoy attempted to capitalise with a left-footed shot, but Subhasish Bose made a vital clearance on the goal line.

India's notable opportunity arrived in the 31st minute when Udanta Singh's header from Liston Colaco's left-wing cross was saved by Bangladesh keeper Mitul Marma.
India's second-half dominance included Bose's ambitious long-range attempt in the 68th minute, which narrowly missed the left corner despite beating the goalkeeper.

Five minutes afterwards, Farukh Choudhary's right-footed shot deflected off a Bangladeshi defender and went wide.
In the 84th minute, Sunil Chhetri found space for a free header in the box, but his attempt lacked both accuracy and power.
Bangladesh's Hamza Choudhury, on loan at Sheffield United from Leicester City, remained largely ineffective throughout the match.
The teams will meet again on November 18 in Bangladesh. India's subsequent qualifying fixture is scheduled against Hong Kong on June 10 in Kowloon.
India entered this match following a 3-0 victory over Maldives on March 19, which marked Chhetri's international return and Manolo Marquez's inaugural win as head coach.

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