The Indian senior men’s team is set to host Maldives in a FIFA International Friendly at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Wednesday, March 19. The upcoming friendly picture will be a good opportunity for the Blue Tigers to get much-needed match practice ahead of the all-important AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier against Bangladesh on March 25.
However, the major talking point in this fixture is the return of Sunil Chhetri to Manolo Marquez’s side having retired from sports on 16 May 2024. India is 126th in the FIFA rankings while Maldives is placed 30 places lower in 162.
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India take on Maldives in the FIFA International Friendly at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium ️
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India Vs Maldives head-to-head record
The boys in blue dominate the head-to-head meeting between the two sides. In the 19 matches played between them so far, India has won 13 matches compared to Bangladesh's 3, while 3 matches have ended in a draw.
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India vs Maldives live streaming details
When will the India vs Maldives International Friendly match kick-off?
The India vs Maldives International Friendly match will kick off at 7:00 PM IST on Wednesday, March 19.
What is the venue for the India vs Maldives friendly match?
The India vs Maldives friendly match will be played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong
Which channels ill broadcast the India vs Maldives International Friendly match?
The India vs Maldives International Friendly match will be telecast on the StarSports Network.
Which website will show India vs Maldives International Friendly live streaming?
The match is will also be livestreamed on the JioHotstar app and website.