The Indian football team’s qualification hopes for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 took a major hit after a 1-2 defeat against Singapore in Margao. Despite taking an early lead through Lallianzuala Chhangte, the Blue Tigers were undone by a brace from Song Uiyoung, leaving head coach Khalid Jamil’s side with just two points from four games.
India vs Singapore Live Score
Final Score: India 1–2 Singapore
Goal Scorers:
- India: Lallianzuala Chhangte (14’)
- Singapore: Song Uiyoung (44’, 58’)
Match Summary
India began the match brightly, driven by Khalid Jamil’s attacking mindset. Chhangte’s left-footed strike in the 14th minute gave India the early advantage, sparking hopes of a strong performance. However, as the game progressed, missed opportunities came back to haunt the Blue Tigers.
Singapore grew into the game and found their equalizer just before half-time when Song Uiyoung capitalized on a defensive lapse to beat Gurpreet Singh Sandhu at the far post. India’s inability to finish chances in the first half proved costly.
In the 58th minute, Singapore turned the game around completely. A precise pass from Ikhsan Fandi found Song, who calmly slotted it past Gurpreet for his second goal of the night. Despite India’s late surge and several chances, including a missed header by Chhetri and a miskick by Brandon Fernandes, Singapore held firm to secure all three points.
India vs Singapore Key Highlights
14’ – Chhangte Scores for India
Lallianzuala Chhangte smashed a stunning left-footed strike from outside the box to give India the lead. The Margao crowd erupted as India started strong under Jamil’s high-pressing tactics.
44’ – Song Uiyoung Equalizes
Singapore leveled the match before the break as Song finished smartly following a through ball from Shawal Kweh. It was a huge blow to India’s momentum heading into halftime.
58’ – Song Strikes Again
Singapore’s counterattack caught India off guard as Song Uiyoung netted his second goal of the night, sealing a memorable victory for the visitors and leaving India’s qualification hopes in tatters.
90+4’ – Final Whistle
India threw everything forward in the final minutes, including goalkeeper Gurpreet moving up for a last-minute corner, but Singapore’s defense held firm. The full-time whistle confirmed India’s 1-2 defeat and a major setback in their qualifying campaign.
Match Statistics
- Shots (on target): India 11 (4) – Singapore 8 (3)
- Possession: India 61% – Singapore 39%
- Corners: India 8 – Singapore 4
- Fouls: India 13 – Singapore 10
Coach Khalid Jamil’s Reaction
“We started well and created many chances, but football is about finishing. We need to improve our composure in front of the goal. The players gave their all, but sometimes that’s not enough at this level,” said Jamil after the match.
India vs Singapore Lineups
India Starting XI
Formation: 4-3-3
1. Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (GK) — 2. Rahul Bheke, 5. Anwar Ali, 3. Subhasish Bose, 4. Akash Mishra — 6. Apuia, 8. Brandon Fernandes, 10. Sahal Abdul Samad — 7. Lallianzuala Chhangte, 11. Liston Colaco, 9. Sunil Chhetri (C)
Singapore Starting XI
Formation: 4-4-2
1. Hassan Sunny (GK) — 2. Nazrul Nazari, 3. Hariss Harun, 5. Irfan Fandi, 4. Safuwan Baharudin — 6. Shawal Kweh, 7. Song Uiyoung, 8. Zulfahmi Arifin, 9. Ikhsan Fandi — 10. Stewart, 11. Adam Swandi
What This Means for India
With just 2 points from 4 matches, India’s path to the next round of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers now looks nearly impossible. They must win all their remaining games and hope that Hong Kong drop points in at least two of their remaining fixtures. Even if they are level on points, India would need to defeat Hong Kong by at least two goals due to head-to-head rules.
India vs Singapore: Twitter and Fan Reactions
Fans on social media expressed frustration after India’s loss, pointing out missed opportunities and poor defensive organization. Hashtags like #BlueTigers and #INDvSGP trended as supporters called for more aggression and consistency from the team.
Next Fixtures
- India: vs Hong Kong (March 2026)
- Singapore: vs Oman (March 2026)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What was the final score of India vs Singapore?▼
Singapore defeated India 2-1 in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier.
Who scored for India?▼
Lallianzuala Chhangte scored the only goal for India in the 14th minute.
What are India’s chances of qualifying now?▼
India must win all remaining matches and hope Hong Kong drops points to stand a mathematical chance of qualifying.
Who was the Player of the Match?▼
Song Uiyoung was named Player of the Match for his two decisive goals.
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