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The India U-23 Men's National Team secured a 1-1 draw against their Malaysian counterparts in the second and final friendly of their Malaysian tour. The match, played at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium on March 25, 2024, saw both goals scored in the second half. This result follows India's 1-2 defeat in the first friendly played at the same venue last week. A Tale of Two Halves The first half failed to produce any goals, leaving the fans wanting more. However, the second half came alive with two goals in quick succession. Malaysia Takes the Lead: The home side drew first blood in the 48th minute through an unfortunate own goal by Abhishek Suryavanshi. India Strikes Back: The young Indian colts did not give up and fought back valiantly. Their efforts paid off in the 6...

The pressure cooker is about to burst. Igor Stimac, the head coach of the Indian football team, finds himself in a precarious position as his side prepares to face Afghanistan in a critical FIFA World Cup qualifier match. A lacklustre draw against a depleted Afghan team in the away leg has ignited a firestorm of criticism, placing not only India's World Cup dreams but also Stimac's job on the line. Stimac Remains Unfazed by Criticism Stimac, a man known for his unwavering belief and blunt pronouncements, has remained surprisingly calm amidst the cacophony of disapproval. He has consistently stressed his long-term vision for the team, emphasizing the importance of the recent training camps in building a team capable of achieving the unthinkable: guiding India to the third round o...