Football
AFC Asian Cup: India lose to Australia- Highlights
The Blue Tigers suffered a 2-0 defeat to the Socceroos in the group stage of AFC Asian Cup 2023. Highlights here.
The Blue Tigers kick off their Asian Cup journey with a game against Australia today at 5 PM. India are in the group B along with Australia, India, Syria, and Uzbekistan.
Twenty-four teams are grouped into six sets of four nations each. The top two teams from each group progress, joined by the four highest-ranked third-placed teams. The AFC Asian Cup 2023 matches will be broadcasted live on Sports18 Network. Additionally, live streaming of the tournament can be accessed through the Jio Cinema.
As it happened:
Live Updates
- 13 Jan 2024 12:15 PM GMT
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.
- 13 Jan 2024 12:08 PM GMT
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.
- 13 Jan 2024 12:01 PM GMT
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.
- 13 Jan 2024 11:57 AM GMT
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.
- 13 Jan 2024 11:52 AM GMT
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.
- 13 Jan 2024 11:47 AM GMT
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.
- 13 Jan 2024 11:41 AM GMT
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.
- 13 Jan 2024 11:37 AM GMT
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.
- 13 Jan 2024 11:34 AM GMT
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!
- 13 Jan 2024 11:31 AM GMT
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!
