India’s hockey team suffered a disappointing 2-0 defeat against Germany in a friendly match, highlighting the stark difference in training structures and experience between the two teams. While Germany’s coach was pleased with his team’s efficiency and discipline, India’s coach admitted his team’s performance was below par.
The Indian national football team will face Malaysia in a friendly match on November 19th, as announced by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). This match, set to take place during the FIFA Window, will see the two teams battle it out for bragging rights, with India currently ranked 126th and Malaysia at 132nd in the FIFA rankings. The match will be a rematch of the Merdeka Cup semifinal, where India lost 2-4 to Malaysia in October 2023.
Canada secured a historic 1-2 victory over the USA in a friendly match, marking their first win on US soil since 1957. The Canadians capitalized on US defensive errors, while the Americans struggled to find their footing, suffering their third consecutive loss.
Canada secured a historic victory over the United States in a friendly match on Saturday, ending a 66-year winless streak on American soil. Goals from Jacob Shaffelburg and Jonathan David propelled Canada to a 2-1 win, while Luca de la Torre scored the lone goal for the USA. The victory marks a significant turning point for Canada, who have struggled against the US in recent years. The match also highlighted the ongoing coaching search for the US men’s national team, with interim coach Mikey Varas leading the side.
India’s Under-17 football team suffered a 1-3 loss to Indonesia in their first friendly match in Gianyar, Bali. Despite Levis Zangminlun’s second-half goal, Indonesia proved too strong, scoring through Evandra Florasta, Fandi Ahmad, and Mierza Firjatullah. The two teams will meet again on Tuesday for their second friendly.
Chelsea salvaged a 2-2 tie against Wrexham in a friendly match, with Lesley Ugochukwu scoring the equalizing goal in the 82nd minute. Wrexham, co-owned by Ryan Reynolds, took a 2-1 lead after goals from Luke Bolton and Jack Marriott. Christopher Nkunku scored Chelsea’s first goal, marking the start of their preseason under new manager Enzo Maresca.
India’s senior women’s football team drew 1-1 against Myanmar in their second friendly match, despite dominating the first half. Pyari Xaxa scored India’s goal but Win Theingi Tun equalized quickly, leading to a tense match with both teams creating chances but failing to find the winner.
