India vs Afghanistan FIFA WC 2026 Qualifier Preview: How to watch the match LIVE?

India vs Afghanistan FIFA WC 2026 Qualifier Preview: India will take on Afghanistan in their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier, with a lot at stake as they play in Saudi Arabia. The Blue Tigers have been dealt a huge blow, as Sahal Abdul Samad will not be available for the game after he sustained an injury in training. However, they have several other options to choose from which could help their case.

Head to Head Record: India vs Afghanistan

Matches Played: 11

India Victories: 7

Afghanistan Victories: 1

Games Drawn: 3

Fifa World Cup Qualifiers Round 2: Predicting India vs Afghanistan

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Given Afghanistan’s relatively modest roster compared to India, the latter enters this match with a marginal edge, especially after India’s win against Kuwait in the Fifa World Cup qualifiers. Although India’s performance in the AFC Asian Cup 2023 was underwhelming, they are still considered the favored team in their upcoming clash with Afghanistan. 

The showdown between India and Afghanistan in the Fifa World Cup Qualifiers is scheduled for March 22, 2024 (Friday).

Where will the Fifa World Cup Qualifiers match between India and Afghanistan be held?

The match will take place at the Khamis Mushait Stadium in Saudi Arabia.

When is the India vs Afghanistan match in the Fifa World Cup Qualifiers set to start, according to Indian Standard Time (IST)?

The game is slated to kick off at 12:30 AM IST on March 22.

How can viewers in India watch the India vs Afghanistan Fifa World Cup Qualifiers match live?

In India, the match will be broadcast live on DD Sports HD/SD.