India hit Brunei 6-0 on Tuesday to violently improve its target difference, but the qualification for the AFC Under-23 Asian Cup 2026 still has to be confirmed.
Vibin Mohanan scored a hat trick, Mohammed Aimen yielded a brace and Ayush Chhetri also found it just before the Blue Colts what a must-win match was for their qualification opportunities.
With his part of the work that has been completed, Naushad Moosa’s India will now wait for the other group H match between Qatar and Bahrain. If India qualifies as a table topper, Bahrain Qatar will have to beat no more than two goals.
If Qatar versus Bahrain draws, India cannot end first and must be dependent on favors of other groups to belong to one of the top four of all second teams placed.
More to follow …
Published on September 9, 2025
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