Shillong/IBNS, March 20 -- India displayed appreciable dominance at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Wednesday defeating Maldives 3-0 in the FIFA International Friendly. The Blue Tigers led 1-0 at half time.

But the biggest cheers were reserved for skipper Sunil Chhetri, who scored his 95th international goal when he guided a Colaco cross from the left into the net with a swift header in the 76th minute.

The win paved the way for the Blue Tigers to break their 15-month international victory drought. It was also India's first win under Spanish coach Manolo Marquez. India will now play Bangladesh in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers at the same venue on March 25.

The excitement at the JN Stadium, hosting a senior men's interna...