IND Vs MAS, International Friendly Highlights: Blue Tigers Held To 1-1 Draw Against Harimau Malaya, Remain Winless In 2024

India

Goalkeepers: Amrinder Singh, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Vishal Kaith

Defenders: Anwar Ali, Chinglensana Konsham, Hmingthanmawia Ralte, Jay Gupta, Mehtab Singh, Rahul Bheke, Roshan Naorem, Sandesh Jhingan;

Midfielders: Thoiba Moirangthem, Brandon Fernandes, Jeakson Thounaojam, Jithin MS, Lalengmawia Ralte, Liston Colaco, Suresh Wangjam, Vibin Mohanan;

Forwards: Edmund Lalrindika, Irfan Yadwad, Farukh Choudhary, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Manvir Singh.

Malaysia

Goalkeeper: Syihan Hazmi, Haziq Nadzli, Azri Ghani

Defenders: Matthew Davies, Feroz Baharudin, Haqimi Azim, Harith Haiqal, Dominic Tan, Daniel Ting, Stuart Wilki, Adib Ra'op, Dion Cools

Midfielders: Natxo Insa, Paulo Josue, Nooa Laine, Mukhairi Ajmal, Akhyar Rashid, Safawi Rasid, Syamer Kutty Abba, Azam Azmi, Ubaidullah Shamsul

Forwards: Arif Aiman, Romel Morales, Safwan Mazlan, Sergio Aguero, Syafiq Ahmad.

Total Matches Played: 32

India Won: 12

Malaysia Won: 12

Draws: 8

India vs Malaysia is played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi on Monday (November 18). The match kicks off at 7:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time).

India vs Malaysia is live telecast on Sports 18 Network. Fans can also watch the live stream of India vs Malaysia on the JioCinema app and website.

Players take the field for the national anthems with their cute little escorts, greeted by loud cheers. The stadium is cheerful, and the energy is in the air as the Indian crowd is there to support the Blue Tigers.

The game will kick off soon, with the national anthems being played first. Malaysia’s anthem will be followed by India’s as the teams prepare to take the field.

And with the sounding of a hooter, we are on. India have not won a game in a year, so this match is of utmost necessity to give their confidence that much-needed boost if they win. The crowd is doing its part, loud and clear in support of India.

India enjoy early possession and intend to build from deep. Chennaiyin's Irfan Yadwad played as the one solitary man upfront in a 4-2-3-1 formation. He was on the receiving end of a ball played over the top into the box; however, the Malaysian defense kept him well-marked.

A long ball is played towards Daniel Ting on the left, where he holds off Bheke before attempting an off-balance shot. However, his effort goes wide of the goal at 11’.

At 15', India’s first chance comes when Naorem Singh makes a powerful run down the right and delivers a pinpoint cross into the box. Irfan Yadwad positions himself under the ball but fails to make contact as he attempts a first-time shot.

Chaos from Gurpreet. A long clearance from the Malaysian defense lands behind the Indian backline, prompting Gurpreet to rush off his line. Paulo Josue reacts quickly, gets to the ball first, nudges it past Gurpreet, and calmly slots it into an empty net.

Bheke receives a yellow card for committing a foul during Malaysia's counterattack.

IND 0-1 MAS

Chhangte takes the corner, lays the ball for Roshan, who sends in a cross. There is no getting on the end of that cross, so Suresh reintroduces the ball back into the danger zone, where Hazmi easily grabs it.

The Blue Tigers waste another indirect free kick as they continue to struggle with creating clear-cut chances, whether from open play or set pieces, all while facing the constant danger of a counterattack.

Can you hear it? The Indian crowd goes wild as Rahul Bheke heads in the equalizer from Brandon Fernandes' corner. The goal comes after Chhangte won a corner on the right following a long ball from Anwar Ali.

Two minutes of added time to play in the first half.

It’s half-time, and India are tied 1-1 with Malaysia. Despite a shaky start, their spirits remain high, with Rahul Bheke’s equalizer providing the much-needed boost. However, the job is far from over. Can the Men in Blue seize the lead in what promises to be a tactical second half?

The second half kicks off at 46' with no changes made during the break. Both teams remain unchanged as they look to make an impact in the final 45 minutes.

India regain control of possession, just like in the first half, with Chhangte delivering a dangerous cross into the box. Despite having plenty of Indian players inside, the Malaysian defense clears the danger.

66’ India make two substitutions: Lallianzuala Chhangte and Rahul Bheke are replaced by Hmingthanmawia Ralte and Manvir Singh.

63' Malaysia make two substitutions: Akhyar and Azim are replaced by Safawi Rasid and Amir Zaman.

Valpuia attempts to find Farukh Choudhary on the right wing with a through ball, but the pass is too heavy and rolls out for a goal kick.

India make two substitutions: Farukh Choudhary and Irfan Yadwad are replaced by Edmund Lalrindika and Jithin MS.

A nerve-wracking moment for India as Safawi Rasid attempts a spectacular scissor kick that narrowly misses the target, following Gurpreet Singh Sandhu's clearance of a cross from the left flank.

All the eyes are on Roshan Singh as steps up with a vital interception, denying Safawi Rasid the chance to shoot after the Indian defense was left exposed. The lapse occurred when Sandesh Jhingan went to ground attempting an unsuccessful tackle.

Crucial Five minutes of added time to play.

The final whistle blows, and the match ends in a 1-1 draw. India remain winless in 2024, but the Blue Tigers deliver an improved performance. Manolo Márquez will have to wait a bit longer for that elusive victory.

Brandon Fernandes of India wins Player of the match award.

That's all for tonight, We'll catch you again with another exciting match. Until then, take care and goodbye.