FIFA World Cup 2026: India Loses 1-2 to Afghanistan in Guwahati

Live Score and Highlights: WEB India vs Afghanistan

In a disappointing turn of events, the Indian national football team, also known as Blue Tigers, lost 1-2 against their Afghan counterparts in a highly anticipated FIFA World Cup qualifier match held in Guwahati on March 26, 2026. The match was played at the iconic Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium and witnessed a crowd of passionate football fans.

Live Score and Video Highlights

The match kicked off at 1330 UTC time, and fans eagerly tuned in to witness the clash between the two nations. The match was streamed live on various platforms, including the official website of FIFA and local sports channels.

Afghanistan took an early lead in the match, scoring a goal in the first half. India fought back valiantly, but their efforts proved futile as Afghanistan managed to score another goal in the second half. India's lone goal came in the dying minutes of the match, giving fans a glimmer of hope but not enough to secure a victory.

The full-time score stood at AFC World Cup Qualifiers India 1 Afghanistan 2, marking a disappointing result for the Indian team.

Prior to the FIFA World Cup qualifier clash, India and Afghanistan had a relatively even head-to-head record in football. However, Afghanistan's recent form and determination proved to be a significant factor in their victory.

Despite the disappointing outcome, the Indian team showed glimpses of resilience and determination throughout the match. They will be looking to regroup and learn from their mistakes as they prepare for future international fixtures.