Match Overview: India vs Bangladesh AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers
On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, India and Bangladesh faced off in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong. The match concluded in a goalless draw, with both teams sharing a point each. This encounter marked the first goalless draw between the two teams since 1999.
Key Highlights: Notable Moments and Performances
- Hamza Choudhury’s Debut: Premier League star Hamza Choudhury made his international debut for Bangladesh. The midfielder, who has over 100 appearances for Leicester City, was a key figure for Bangladesh.
- Sunil Chhetri’s Performance: India’s talisman Sunil Chhetri had a disappointing game, missing several chances and being substituted in the second half.
- Goalkeeper Error: India’s goalkeeper Vishal Kaith had a nervy moment early in the match, nearly gifting Bangladesh a goal, but a goalline clearance by Subhasish Bose prevented the disaster.
- Second Half Push: India improved in the second half, creating several chances but failing to convert them. Sunil Chhetri and Subhasish Bose both had efforts that went wide.
Match Details: Essential Information
- Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Shillong
- Broadcast: Star Sports 3 channel
- Live Streaming: JioCinema & Hotstar app/website
Starting Lineups: Teams on the Field
- India’s XI: Vishal Kaith (GK), Rahul Bheke, Sandesh Jhingan, Subhasish Bose; Farukh Choudhary, Apuia Ralte; Boris Singh, Ayush Chhetri, Liston Colaco; Sunil Chhetri, Udanta Singh.
- Bangladesh’s XI: Marma (GK), Morsalin, Barman (c), Hamza, Ridoy, Topu, Tariq Kazi, Hossain, Emon, Uddin.
Looking Ahead to Future Matches
The match ended in a 0-0 draw, marking the first goalless draw between the two teams since 1999. Both teams will look to improve in their upcoming matches as they aim to qualify for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.
