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Intercontinental Cup: India goes down to Syria in title decider- Highlights
India suffered a defeat against Syria in the title-deciding game of the Intercontinental Cup.
India vs Syria in the Intercontinental Cup
India and Syria competed for the Intercontinental Cup 2024 trophy in the third and final game of the tournament at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium in Hyderabad on Monday, September 9, 2024, at 19:30 IST.
India, who started with a 0-0 draw against Mauritius on Tuesday, are aiming for their second consecutive Intercontinental Cup and third overall.
Syria defeated Mauritius 2-0 on Friday, giving them a slight advantage heading into the final game, as they only need a draw to secure the trophy.
Syria claimed the Intercontinental Cup title with a commanding 3-0 victory over India.
The match began with Syria taking an early lead, and despite India's efforts to equalize, they struggled to break down the Syrian defense.
A crucial moment came when Khaled Kourdoghli of Syria was stretchered off due to injury.
Syria capitalized on this, with Daleho Mohsen Irandust adding a second goal.
India had chances, including a long-range effort from Mahesh Naorem and a disallowed goal by Liston Colaco.
In the dying seconds, Syria scored again to seal their win.
As it happened:
Live Updates
- 9 Sep 2024 1:53 PM GMT
The players are out!
The Indian and Syrian players are out on to the pitch. The match will get underway very soon!
- 9 Sep 2024 1:32 PM GMT
Syria XI!
Starting XI:
Aiham Hanz Ousou, Khaled Kourdoghli, Mahmoud Alaswad, Daleho Mohsen Irandust, Thaer Krouma (C), Mohammed Osman, Emiliano Javier Amor, Noah Leon Shamoun, Moaiad Alkhouli, Alaa Aldin Yasin Dali, Elias Hadaya (GK)
Substitutes:
Esteban Alejandro Glellel (GK), Mouaiad Alajaan, Ali Alrina, Amr Al Midani, Mohammad Alhallak, Mahmoud Al Mawas, Pablo David Sabbag Daccarett, Mohammad Almarmour, Elmar Abraham, Mustafa Abdullatif, Ahmad Faqa, Ahmad Madanieh (GK)
- 9 Sep 2024 1:15 PM GMT
Hello!
Welcome to our live blog of the Intercontinental Cup match between India and Syria. Today’s game presents a golden opportunity to secure a trophy.
Can Manolo Marquez guide India to victory and claim the title in just his second game as head coach?
