India to host Malaysia in November friendly
Manolo Marquez’s Indian side last played in the Intercontinental Cup this month where it was held to a goalless draw by Mauritius before losing 0-3 to Syria.
Published : Sep 25, 2024 12:57 IST , CHENNAI - 1 MIN READ
India last played in the Intercontinental Cup in September. | Photo Credit: NAGARA GOPAL/The Hindu
India will host Malaysia in a friendly match during the FIFA Window on November 19, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced on Wednesday.
However, host association AIFF is yet to decide on the venue and said that it would be announced later.
Malaysia is currently ranked 132rd in the FIFA ranking, while India is ranked 126th. .
The last time the two teams met was in October 2023 in the Merdeka Cup semifinal. The Blue Tigers lost 2-4.
Manolo Marquez’s Indian side last played in the Intercontinental Cup this month where it was held to a goalless draw by Mauritius before losing 0-3 to Syria.
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Its next assignment will be in Vietnam in a three-nation tournament against the host and Lebanon, starting on October 9.