Gurpreet Singh Sandhu has been appointed as the captain of the Indian national football team for their upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Qatar. The match, scheduled for June 14, 2024, is a critical fixture as India aims to secure a strong position in the qualifiers.team
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Sandhu, the experienced goalkeeper for Bengaluru FC, takes over the captaincy role from Sunil Chhetri, India’s long-time skipper and leading scorer, who remains a pivotal player but is likely to have a more flexible role in this campaign. This decision underscores Sandhu’s leadership and consistency, especially given his pivotal performances in previous matches, where he has often been India’s last line of defense.
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The Indian team faces a formidable challenge against Qatar, the reigning Asian champions. Under Sandhu’s captaincy, India will look to draw inspiration from their spirited performances in past encounters, including the notable 0-0 draw against Qatar in 2019 during the World Cup qualifiers. Coach Igor Štimac’s squad will rely on Sandhu’s experience and defensive solidity to withstand Qatar’s attacking prowess
As India continues its quest for a World Cup berth, Sandhu’s leadership will be crucial in navigating through the tough qualifying rounds and setting a competitive tone for the team
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