Blue Tigers Hit Rock Bottom: FIFA Ranking Plunge Jeopardises Asian Cup Dream

India’s national football team has slumped to its lowest FIFA ranking in nine years, plummeting to 133rd position. This sharp decline follows disappointing losses against Thailand and Hong Kong in June.

The defeats triggered the departure of head coach, Igor Stimac, leaving the team facing a critical juncture ahead of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers.

A dismal record of just one victory in the last eight matches underscores the gravity of the situation. The team’s performance raises serious concerns about its readiness for the upcoming qualifying rounds.

This setback casts a long shadow over India’s ambitions on the Asian football stage, demanding urgent and comprehensive reforms within the All India Football Federation to revitalise the national team. The path to the 2027 Asian Cup now appears significantly steeper.

Karanveer Sharma

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