India vs Singapore HIGHLIGHTS AFC Asian Cup qualifier: Rahim Ali helps India grab late 1-1 draw
All to play for still in the qualifiers for Khalid Jamil's men as they take a crucial point away from home with the next game against Singapore again but at their home.
IND vs SGP
India snatched a vital point in dramatic fashion as they held Singapore to a 1-1 draw in an intense AFC Asian Cup qualifier clash at the Singapore National Stadium on October 9, 2025. A 90th-minute equaliser from substitute Rahim Ali ensured the Blue Tigers remain alive in the qualification race, after being a goal and a man down for most of the second half.
The match began with both teams showing early intent, but it was Singapore who looked sharper in possession and threatened with long balls behind India's defence. A defensive mix-up on the brink of half-time allowed Singapore’s number 9 to convert a lofted pass, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead going into the break.
India’s problems deepened just two minutes into the second half when Sandesh Jhingan received his second yellow card, reducing them to 10 men. Singapore looked to capitalise, pinning India back in their own half. Gurpreet Singh Sandhu produced a vital 1v1 save to keep India in the contest, while Rahul Bheke made a crucial goal-line clearance.
Despite the numerical disadvantage, India slowly clawed their way back into the game. The introduction of Sahal Abdul Samad, Deepak Tangri, and Udanta Singh brought energy into the side. In the final minutes, with Singapore trying to manage the game, India found their breakthrough. Rahim Ali, coming off the bench, latched onto a loose ball and fired in the equaliser in the 90th minute.
Five minutes of added time saw end-to-end action, but neither side could break the deadlock. With this result, Singapore remain top of the group with 5 points, while India stays in contention with a hard-earned point on the road.
The late comeback will boost morale in the Indian camp, but concerns remain over discipline and defensive coordination going forward.
Singapore vs India starting 11
Singapore starting 11: Izwan Mahbud; Ryhan Stewart, Irfan Fandi, Safuwan Baharudin, Shah Shahiran; Kyoga Nakamura, Harhys Stewart; Shawal Anuar, Ui-young Song, Glenn Kweh; Ikhsan Fandi
India starting 11: Gurpreet SIngh Sandhu (gk & c), Rahul Bheke, Anwar Ali, Sandesh Jhingan, Nikhil Prabhu, Liston Colaco, Sunil Chhetri, Louis Nickson, Farukh Choudhary, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Muhammed Uvais
6:56 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: India get the crucial point!
India grab a late late equaliser away from home as Rahim Ali's 90th minute equaliser keeps India in the fray in the qualifiers.
6:50 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: 5 minutes added!
5 minutes added as Singapore now looking to take back the lead.
6:49 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: Rahim Ali scores the equaliser!
India get the late equaliser through Rahim Ali as India stay alive in the tie.
6:45 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: Last 5 minutes!
India still trailing with 5 minutes left in the tie as it looks almost over for India tonight.
6:39 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier:10 minutes left!
Final 10 minutes left in the game as India still hoping to get an equaliser on the counter against the hosts who are managing the game well with their 1-goal lead.
Udanta comes on for India as Sunil Chhetri too makes way in the final minutes of the game.
Udanta comes on for India as Sunil Chhetri too makes way in the final minutes of the game.
6:35 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: All Singapore for now!
Singapore taking full advantage of the extra man now as India have been pinned back in their box for now.
6:31 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: India saved by Gurpreet!
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu saves a 1v1 chance against Ilhan as India are being kept on their toes by Singapore who look to get the 2nd goal.
6:27 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: Sahal, Deepak on for IND!
Sahal and Deepak Tangri on for India with changes in the Indian midfield.
6:24 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: Bheke with a crucial clearance!
Rahul Bheke clears the ball from close range to deny Singapore a second goal.
6:21 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: Freekick defended by SGP!
Singapore defend the freekick from the left wing quite comfortable as India still wait for their first clear chance of the night
6:21 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: Chhetri wins a freekick!
Chhetri wins a freekick on the right flank in the 63rd minute. Chhangte to deliver the ball.
Defended again but the referee gives a goal kick in the end to the surprise of the players.
Defended again but the referee gives a goal kick in the end to the surprise of the players.
6:15 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: Singapore survive a scare!
Singapore goalkeeper miscues the ball from a long freekick as the defenders are alert and clear the ball away safely in the 57th minute.
6:07 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: Jhingan sent off!
Sandesh Jhingan is sent off with a second yellow after a foul had both players on the ground in the 47th minute. Things go from bad to worse for India now.
6:04 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: 2nd half kicks off!
Singapore start the 2nd half with a comfortable 1-0 lead now.
5:49 PM
India vs Singapore LIVE SCORE UPDATES AFC Asian Cup qualifier: Half-time!
It is half-time as India trail with 45 minutes left in the tie. Singapore sit comfortably at the top of the table for now.
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First Published: Oct 09 2025 | 3:59 PM IST