Manvir Singh places it with precision as India beat Kuwait 1-0 in FIFA World Cup qualifiers- WATCH

Manvir Singh scored a late goal to help India defeat Kuwait 1-0 in their 2026 FIFA World Cup second-round qualifying match in Kuwait City on Thursday. Manvir scored in the 75th minute with a left-footed effort off a Lallianzuala Chhangte cross to help India win the match at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium.

3 things you need to know

• India edged out Kuwait 1-0 in the World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
• Manvir Singh scored the lone goal of the match
• India will next take on Qatar in the AFC World Cup Qualifiers

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India vs Kuwait: Manvir Singh scores a late winner for India

On Thursday, India defeated Kuwait 1-0 in a crucial encounter of the 2026 FIFA World Cup second-round qualifiers. Manvir Singh found the back of the net with a left-footed drive in the 75th minute, connecting with a precise cross from Lallianzuala Chhangte. The victory gives India three vital points in Group A. Both teams were involved in a closely contested struggle, with chances at a premium.

However, Manvir Singh's clinical finish proved to be the winner for India. Following the goal, Kuwait dealt another setback when Faisal Alharbi drew his second yellow card of the match in injury time. He was booked for a high boot challenge on Chhangte, and hence received his marching orders. With this, Kuwait were reduced to 10-men.

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What's next for the Blue Tigers?

On November 21, India will face Asian champions Qatar in Bhubaneswar. India are in Group A with Qatar, Kuwait, and Afghanistan, with the top two in the group advancing to the third round of FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The top two teams in each group will also qualify for the AFC Asian Cup in 2027. The Blue Tigers have never made it past the second round of the AFC's FIFA World Cup qualifiers.