In a riveting FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers match at the Jaber al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait City, India showcased grit and brilliance, securing a crucial 1-0 victory against Kuwait. Manvir Singh’s solitary goal in the 75th minute propelled the Blue Tigers to a triumphant start in the second round of World Cup Qualifiers.

Now, the Indian Football Team will be facing Qatar at Kalinga Stadium, Odissa. Qatar has already showcased their superiority by beating Afghanistan by an 8-1 scoreline. Qatar will be a tough opponent for Sunil Chhetri and co but India will surely give a good fight.

🚨 Broadcast Update 🚨

India's FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 Preliminary Joint Qualification Round 2 match against Qatar will be broadcast live on @Sports18 1, Sports 18 1HD, and Sports18 3, and streamed live on @JioCinema 🙌#FIFAWorldCup 🏆 #IndianFootball ⚽
— Indian Football Team (@IndianFootball) November 20, 2023

India vs Qatar: Lineup and how to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match LIVE in India?

When is the India vs Qatar FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match?

The India vs Qatar FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match will be played on 21st November 2023.

Where will be the match played?

The match will be played at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odissa.

What time does the match kick-off?

The match will kick off at 7:00 PM IST.

Which TV channels will broadcast the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match live in India?

You can watch the live broadcast of the match on Sports18 1, Sports18 1HD, and Sports18 3.

Predicted lineups

India: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu; Rahul Bheke, Sandesh Jhingan, Akash Mishra, Subhasish Bose; Suresh Wangjam, Anirudh Thapa; Naorem Mahesh Singh, Manvir Singh, Sahal Abdul Samad; Sunil Chhetri

Qatar: Meshaal Barsham; Pedro Miguel, Yousef Aymen, Boualem Khoukhi, Homam Elamin; Hassan Al-Haydos, Jassem Abulsallam, Mostafa Meshaal; Almoez Ali, Mohammed Muntari, Akram Afif