43' Sandesh Jhingan injured!
Sandesh Jhingan appears to have sustained a head injury, but he shows remarkable resilience, returning to the field with a bandage on his head. The Blue Tigers' defender demonstrating determination and commitment.
36' Freekick!
Australia earns a dangerous free-kick from the edge of the box. Manvir rises with a crucial header to clear the threat. The Blue Tigers showing resilience in defending set-piece situations.
30' Good clearance from Tangiri!
Aussies secure another corner following a Tangiri clearance, but India's defense stands strong, clearing the danger to safety. The Blue Tigers maintaining resilience in the defensive third.
26' Corner for Socceroos!
Australia earns a corner, but the initial ball is cleared. Another corner is granted, yet the subsequent attempt goes wide. India's defense holding firm in the face of Australian set-pieces.
20' GURPREET SINGH SANDHU!
Australia gives India a jumpscare as Gurpreet finds himself out of position when Connor Metcalfe receives the ball inside the box. Metcalfe hesitates on the first shot, allowing Gurpreet to get back on his line and deny Connor's attempt. A sigh of relief for the Blue Tigers.
15' Chance for India!
India creates the first solid chance! Nikhil Poojary delivers a precise cross from the right, finding Chhetri inside the box. Sunil dives for a header, but unfortunately, it goes wide. A promising opportunity for the Blue Tigers.
9' India ain't sitting back!
India is not sitting back; players like Manvir and Chhangte are actively attacking through the left. The Blue Tigers are keeping up the pressure on the opponents.
5' Behich, wide!
The Aussies come close with Haziz Behich taking a shot from outside the box, but unfortunately, it goes wide. Both teams showing early attacking intent.
3' Chance for India!
India sees their first chance of the game as a precise ball from Chhangte nearly reaches Sunil Chhetri upfront. However, Chhetri is unable to catch up with it. Exciting moments early on!
Kick Off!
The match commences at the Al Bin Ali Stadium in Doha. The Blue Tigers will initiate play, moving from right to left. Captain fantastic Sunil Chhetri is at the helm for India, while Socceroos are led by Mathew Ryan.
Come on India!
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