FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier India vs Qatar Highlights: India crashed out of FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers after losing 1-2 against Qatar in their final Group A match at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium in Doha. Lallianzuala Chhangte opened the scoring for India but a controversial goal for Yousef Aymen and the winner from Ahmed Al-Rawi clinched the game for Qatar. Kuwait became the second team to progress to the next round from this group after they defeated Afghanistan.
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23:17 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: That’s all folks!
India have lost 1-2 and that is the end of the World Cup qualification dreams. The players and fans will be extremely upset as the controversial goal did play a big part in the result. However, the journey has finished for now.
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23:08 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: More drama
In the other match, Kuwait have taken the lead against Afghanistan and it will be them who will clinch the second spot in Group A if all scores remain the same. India need a win right now to keep their dreams alive.
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23:05 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Disaster For India
Ahmed Al-Rawi scores for Qatar and it is looking bad for India. As of now, they are out of the qualification race and the controversial decision is looking too problematic for this game. Social media is absolutely livid!
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22:58 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: A clear look at the incident
LADRONEEEEES | Con este gol de Qatar 🇶🇦, la India está siendo eliminado de ir a la Copa del Mundo del 2026.
Increíble el robo que está sufriendo la India 🇮🇳 con este gol, la pelota salió del campo. Abuso.
— Gian Franco Zelaya (@gianfzelaya) June 11, 2024
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22:55 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Another change for India
One more substitution for India – Vikram Partap Singh in for Manvir Singh.
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22:54 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Qatar equalise
Controversy erupts as Qatar equalise against India. Yousef Aymen scored the goal but the ball clearly crossed the line before it was brought back into play. Gurpreet is furious and this is going to be a massive controversy!
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22:45 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Compact positioning
India have shown the same attacking intensity as they showed in the first half. It has been more about a compact defensive shape. However, Mehtab Singh went for the spectacular as he took a strong shot from outside the box but it was caught well by the goalkeeper.
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22:40 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Two big changes for India
Two changes for India – Sahal in for Brandon, Liston in for Rahim. Both of them were somewhat aggressive moves and positive football from Igor Stimac.
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22:36 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Qatar posing a huge threat
There is no respite for the Indian football team defenders as wave after wave of Qatar’s attacks continue to keep them busy. Once again, they produced a quick run down the wing but the final cross was caught by the skipper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu.
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22:35 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Yellow card
Yellow card for Brandon Fernandes as India continue to show huge resiliance in defense.
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22:29 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: India survive by a whisker
A mistake from Anwar Ali led to a brilliant attack from Qatar and the finish was just whiskers away! The first shot from the Qatar attacker was blocked and the rebound just missed the goal by a few inches. What a relief for Gurpreet!
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22:24 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: In the other Group A match
Good news for Indian fans as the other Group A match between Kuwait and Afghanistan remain 0-0 at half-time. If this remains the score, India can qualify with just a draw.
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22:21 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Second half underway
The second half is underway and some changes for Qatar. They also started the half on a positive note with a darting run into the opposition half. However, no harm as India lead 1-0.
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22:07 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: India lead at half-time
It is half-time in Doha and what a result for India till now. Chhangte was the hero for them as he scored a significant goal and if they can just hold on to this lead, historic awaits!
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22:00 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Huge goal for India
If India can hold on to this lead, it will mean they will move to Round 3 of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers for the first time in their history.
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21:57 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Chhangte scores
Lallianzuala Chhangte scores and it is 1-0 for India. Finally, the ball fell kindly for the Indian football team attacker and he completed an easy finish. A diagonal pass from Brandon found Chhangte in position and he made no mistake in foxing his marker and scoring a significant goal.
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21:49 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Huge chance!
Massive chance for India! What a miss! Manvir was through on goal but his shot was blocked. It fell to Chhangte on the rebound but the finish once again let him down. What a letdown!
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21:45 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Back 4 having a good match
The Indian football team defence has shown great promise in this match. Couple of good tackles and they have looked rock solid against the Qatar attack. However, India need a win to book their spot in the next round and that requires goals.
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21:41 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Indian forwards in hunt
India have fought back well in the last 5 minutes with Manvir and Rahim both taking good positions. There were couple of good passes into the box but no big chances. Set pieces seem to be the go-to options for India at the moment.
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21:32 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Two strikers
India do not have Sunil Chhetri anymore and it seems like they have opted for a two-striker set up instead. Both Manvir Singh and Rahim Ali were chosen by coach Igor Stimac for this game and it will be interesting to see how they adapt to the system.
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21:29 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: What a save!
Qatar were inches away from the first goal but Mehtab Singh had other plans. He was the last man standing but he was able to produce a near-perfect block to deny the Qatar footballer. Huge moment in the match!
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21:24 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: India start slow
A calculated start from India as Qatar continue to launch attack after attack. This will be a tough outing for the defenders and India are expected to rely more on counter-attacks.
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21:17 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Match is underway
The match between India and Qatar begins. A somewhat young Qatar side against India without Sunil Chhetri – this can be an interesting match!
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21:12 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Previous match record
The last time when these two teams faced each other, it was Qatar who emerged victorious 3-0.
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21:11 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Teams are out in the middle
The two teams are out in the middle and it is time for the national anthems.
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21:01 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Scenarios explained
For India, the ask is quite simple – Lose and their dreams of making the next round ends completely. If they draw, they will have to depend on Bangladesh and Kuwait to also draw their match. A win for any of the two teams will mean that India will miss out. A victory will guarantee India’s passage to Round 3.
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20:53 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: India’s substitutes
— Indian Football Team (@IndianFootball) June 11, 2024
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20:43 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: A look at the India playing XI
Gurpreet (GK); Manvir, Mehtab, Bheke, Anwar, Jay Gupta; Suresh, Jeakson, Brandon; Chhangte, Rahim
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20:38 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Big news for Jay Gupta
FC Goa are thrilled to announce that Jay Gupta has committed his future to the Club on a four-year deal. The dynamic defender will remain an integral part of the Gaurs for the upcoming 2024-25 season and beyond, solidifying his role in the team following a standout debut season.
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20:31 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: No Chhetri
The notable absentee in this match will be ‘Captain Fantastic’ Sunil Chhetri. The superstar of Indian football bid farewell to the international stage following the match against Kuwait. As a result, India will have to get accustomed to a life without their long-time talisman.
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20:24 (IST)
India vs Qatar LIVE: Hello and welcome
Hello and welcome to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier between India and Qatar. A huge match for the Sunil Chhetri-led India who will have to either draw or win the game in order to keep their dreams of qualification alive.
