FIFA World Cup qualifiers: India crash out, Qatar and Kuwait advance to Round 3- Highlights

Update from Afghanistan game!

Afghanistan and Kuwait are currently playing a 0-0 draw. If the result stands, India will easily qualify. 

52' What a block from Mehtab!

What a game Mehtab is having! Yet another crucial block denies Qatar a clear chance to score. His defensive heroics are proving vital in keeping India's lead intact. 

50' Qatar is again on full attacking mode!

Qatar comes back out with renewed vigor and is continuously attacking. India's defense is under pressure as Qatar pushes hard for an equalizer. The Indian backline and goalkeeper Gurpreet are working tirelessly to keep Qatar at bay. 

Second half is underway!

India is leading 1-0 as they are heading into the second half.

End of first half!

It's the end of the first half, and India leads Qatar 1-0, thanks to Lallianzuala Chhangte's goal in the 36th minute. After an early scare with Qatar's aggressive attacks, India has found their footing. 

Stay tuned for the second half as India aims to maintain their lead and make history by advancing to the third round. 

Two minutes of extra time added!

Let's recap the goal that gave India the lead!

43' Brilliant football from India!

After the initial scare, India has found their footing in the game. The plan to expose the lack of physicality in the Qatar midfield by utilizing Jeakson and Suresh is paying off. India's strategy is starting to take shape as they control the pace and create more opportunities. The lead has given them a boost in confidence as they continue to press forward.

India 1 - 0 Qatar

Indian fans have found their voice!

The Indian fans erupt in unison seeing Chhangte put the ball in the net!

36' Goal for India!

Lallianzuala Chhangte takes the lead in the 36th minute. The play starts with a throw-in from Jay Gupta. Brandon receives the ball and delivers a brilliant ground pass to Chhangte, who makes no mistake in converting it into a goal.

India is up 1-0 against Qatar!