Internet users explode India after a draw against Bangladesh in the crucial game of the AFC Asian Cup: “ embarrassing performance ” – Firstpost

The India national football team was criticized by fans after a disappointing draw against Bangladesh in their crucial AFC Asian Cup qualification match in 2027 in Shillong on Tuesday. Despite the dominant possession in the second period, India failed to capitalize on their chances, leaving their hopes of qualification suspended in the balance.

Fans say: “not good enough”

After the match, social media broke out of severe criticism aimed at the Team’s dull performance. Many fans have expressed their frustration in the face of India’s inability to break one side of Bangladesh which had their own share of attacker moments.

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India does not win despite several chances

The best chance in India in the first half came in the 31st minute when the head of Udanta Singh from a Colaco Liston Cross was saved by Bangladesh goalkeeper Mitul Marma. The second half saw India advance with more intensity. Subhasish Bose got closer to the 68th minute with a long -range shot that has barely missed the left corner of the net. Farukh Choudhary’s deflected effort five minutes later also became wide.

Even the veteran striker Sunil Chhetri, who returned to the national service recently after having resumed his retirement, could not find the net. He had a gold opportunity in the 84th minute but failed to generate enough power and steering on his head inside the box. Meanwhile, the Bangladesh midfielder Hamza Choudhury, who plays for Sheffield United on loan from Leicester City, had a calm game, unable to considerably influence the procedure.

What is the next step for India?

The result leaves India in a delicate position in group C of the qualification of the AFC 2027 Asian Cup, which also includes Hong Kong and Singapore. The next challenge of India will be a distant from Hong Kong on June 10, while they will again face Bangladesh on November 18 to try to redeem itself.