{"id":13890,"date":"2023-11-20T12:14:29","date_gmt":"2023-11-20T12:14:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thenftimes.com\/index.php\/2023\/11\/20\/india-vs-qatar-predicted-team-lineup-telecast-partner-more-about-the-upcoming-clash-of-fifa-world-cup-2026-qualifier-n-f-times\/"},"modified":"2023-11-20T12:14:31","modified_gmt":"2023-11-20T12:14:31","slug":"india-vs-qatar-predicted-team-lineup-telecast-partner-more-about-the-upcoming-clash-of-fifa-world-cup-2026-qualifier-n-f-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thenftimes.com\/index.php\/2023\/11\/20\/india-vs-qatar-predicted-team-lineup-telecast-partner-more-about-the-upcoming-clash-of-fifa-world-cup-2026-qualifier-n-f-times\/","title":{"rendered":"India vs Qatar: Predicted team lineup, telecast partner, & more about the upcoming clash of FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier – N.F Times"},"content":{"rendered":"

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New Delhi: India\u2019s national football team is all set to clash with World Cup 2022\u2019s hosts Qatar in the FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers in Odisha\u2019s Kalinga Stadium tomorrow (21 November).<\/p>\n

The Blue Tigers started their qualifiers journey with a bang by defeating Kuwait 1-0 in a thrilling contest that was played between the two sides at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium last Thursday.<\/p>\n

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However, Qatar is a way stronger side on paper and it will take a collective effort from the men in blue to upset them and register a victory in the second round of the World Cup qualifiers.<\/p>\n

The live-action between the two teams will be streamed live on the leading digital platform Jio Cinema and televised on Sports 18 Channel.<\/p>\n

Quatar\u2019s Dominating Victory over Afghanistan<\/h3>\n

Speaking of Qatar, the maroon team started their journey on a good note by outclassing Afghanistan with a thumping 8-1 victory in Khalifa International Stadium on 16 November.<\/p>\n

Even Against India, they will start off as red-hot favorites and will do anything it takes to continue their winning streak by defeating India with a huge margin to march into the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers.<\/p>\n

On the other hand, India will have to play the game of their lives and at least hold Qatar on a draw if winning the game becomes a huge task.<\/p>\n

Determined to do exactly the same, the Blue team was seen sweating it out while practicing passionately in Odisa Football Academy ahead of their awaited clash with Quatar\u2019s football team.<\/p>\n

Check it out here:<\/h3>\n
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Although the initial victory in the qualifiers has boosted India\u2019s spirit and self-belief, they are still concerned about the unavailability of game-changers like Anwar Ali, Ashique Kuruniyan, and Jeakson Singh.<\/p>\n

However, the good news for India is that coach Igor Stimac has a master plan that will allow the players to play to their strengths.<\/p>\n

India\u2019s ideal lineup against Qatar<\/h3>\n

While the Coach of Qatar is known for using a 4-3-3 system against weaker teams, India\u2019s Igor Stimac prefers his time-tested 4-2-3-2 strategy which lets all the players stick to their strength and play to their fullest.<\/p>\n

Ideally, Mahesh Naorem should position himself on the left opposite of Manvir Singh and Sahal Abdul should start from the center of the three players assisting line for captain Sunil Chettri.<\/p>\n

Akash Mishra and Nikhil Pujary should go for a Fullback (FB) in the offensive backfield so their raid down the flacks can come to the team\u2019s aid in case India fails to utilize Chhangte\u2019s speed and agility.<\/p>\n

Mehtab Singh and Sandesh Jhingan should hold the responsibility of anchoring the backline.<\/p>\n

India Vs Qatar FIFA World Cup qualifier Playing 11 Predictions:<\/h3>\n

India\u2019s XI: <\/strong>Sunil Chhetri (c)\u00a0<\/strong>Nikhil Poojary, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Sandesh Jhingan, Rahul Bheke, Akash Mishra, Apuia, Anirudh Thapa, Sahal Abdul Samad, Naorem Mahesh Singh and Manvir Singh.<\/p>\n

Qatar\u2019s XI: <\/strong>Al Sheeb; Hassan, Khoukhi, Al Rawi, Haddadi, Hatem, Boudiaf, Al Ahraq, Al Haydos (c) Mohammad, Ali<\/p>\n<\/div>\n