India's Tricky Test Against Singapore as AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers Heat Up

India's national football team is poised to face Singapore in a pivotal AFC Asian Cup qualifying match, following a string of challenges in their preparation. Despite key player Sunil Chhetri's return, the squad has had limited time to train, posing a significant hurdle for coach Khalid Jamil.

India's position at the bottom of Group C, coupled with Singapore's leading status with four points, heightens the stakes. Any slip-up could endanger India's prospects of progressing to the main tournament in 2027. The team has garnered only one point from previous matches against Bangladesh and Hong Kong.

The team has undergone significant changes, with 10 newcomers, as they aim to tackle their remaining matches strategically. Coach Jamil stresses the need to focus on one game at a time, with the upcoming clash against Singapore being critical.