AFC Asian Cup 2027: India withdraws bid, to focus on grassroots development
The AFC Asian Cup was last hosted in the UAE in 2019, and Qatar will host the next edition in 2023.
The AFC Asian Cup was last hosted in the UAE in 2019, and Qatar will host the next edition in 2023.
Paulo Josue (59') gave the visitors the lead on the hour mark much against the run of play before Mohammad Fardin Ali Molla (90') equalised for ATK Mohun Bagan in the dying minutes of regulation time.
The head coach went on to say that his team must accept their defeat and focus on their upcoming games.
Vincento Alberto Anesse's men took the lead through Luka Majcen (50') only for it to be cancelled out by a Pritam Kotal equaliser (53'). The Malabrians struck back with two quick-fire goals from Rishad (57'), Majcen (65'), and super-sub Jithin (89') to ensure they collected three points against the Mariners
The equation is simple for ATKMB going into the contest , they need only a draw to qualify for the inter-zone semifinal
Substitute Hugo Boumous provide two assists in the Mariners' win
The sturdy defender comes with ample international experience and has started several matches for Manang Marshyangdi FC in the AFC Cup.
Bengaluru will be without striker Thongkhosiem Haokip, who suffered an injury against ATK in the final game of the league stages of the Indian Super League.
Bengaluru FC captain Sunil Chhetri is part of a 30-man squad that the Blues have registered for the preliminary stages of the tournament.
The 2019-20 season would have been the first time that an ISL team would have qualified for the preliminary stages of the Champions League.
