FATORDA, Oct. 14 -- Team Herald [emailprotected]

The Indian football team's hopes of qualifying for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 hang by a thread as they prepare to host Singapore in a crucial return-leg clash on Tuesday, at the Nehru Stadium, here, at 7.30 pm. With only victory likely to keep their slim chances alive, coach Khalid Jamil will welcome the additions of Mohun Bagan Super Giant defender Subhasish Bose and midfielder Lalengmawia 'Apuia' Ralte to the squad, giving the Blue Tigers a timely boost ahead of the high-stakes outing. It will provide much-needed experience against pacey forwards like Ikhsan Fandi and Shawal Anuar. Apuia, meanwhile, would strengthen the midfield with his ability to control possession, dictate the tempo with ...