India Gears Up for Crucial Qualifiers Against Singapore in AFC Asian Cup 2027

Indian players Lallianzuala Chhangte and Gurpreet Singh Sandhu express optimism ahead of India's AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers against Singapore. Despite facing challenges, the team is focused on seizing victories in the upcoming fixtures. Head coach Khalid Jamil leads preparations in Bengaluru.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 06-10-2025 10:54 IST | Created: 06-10-2025 10:54 IST
India Gears Up for Crucial Qualifiers Against Singapore in AFC Asian Cup 2027
Indian national team footballers Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (L) and Lallianzuala Chhangte (R). (Photo: Reuters). Image Credit: ANI
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The Indian national football team is gearing up for a decisive double-header against Singapore in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round. With intense preparations underway in Bengaluru under head coach Khalid Jamil, the team aims to improve their standings after securing just one point from two matches in Group C. Singapore, currently at the top of the group with four points, presents a formidable challenge.

Forward Lallianzuala Chhangte acknowledges the strengths of the Singaporean team but remains optimistic about India's prospects. Speaking to aiff.com, Chhangte emphasized the importance of focusing on their own game to achieve positive results. He expressed confidence in the squad's ability to perform under pressure and make the country proud.

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, the experienced goalkeeper, echoed similar sentiments, highlighting Singapore's improvement since their last encounter. Sandhu, having rejoined the national squad, is determined to guide India through these qualifiers with victorious outcomes and secure a historic third consecutive Asian Cup appearance. Sandhu urges his team to enter the pitch with a winning mindset against the formidable Singaporean side.

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