Heartbreak for India as Controversial Goal Sinks World Cup Dreams

India's football coach Igor Stimac expressed despair over a controversial goal that allowed Qatar to bounce back and win the World Cup qualifying match, ending India's hopes. Despite leading 1-0, India lost 1-2, with the equaliser spark outrage. Stimac praised his team's effort despite the defeat.

India's football coach Igor Stimac openly condemned an 'injustice' that he believes cost his team their chances of advancing in the World Cup qualifiers. In a must-win match against Qatar, controversy ensued when a contentious goal was allowed, leading to India's 1-2 defeat.

India went into the match at Qatar's home turf ahead 1-0, only for the hosts to equalise with a goal that, according to Stimac, should not have been allowed as the ball had crossed the line and was out of play. The equaliser turned the momentum in Qatar's favor, culminating in a late winner.

Despite the loss, Stimac expressed pride in his team's performance, highlighting key missed opportunities but also acknowledging inherent issues in Indian football. With this defeat, India misses out on World Cup qualification, shifting focus to the upcoming Asian Cup qualifiers.

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