India's Football Team Secures Victory Against Myanmar in International Friendly

India, 28 December 2025 — The Indian national football team secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Myanmar in an international friendly match held at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Tuesday. Goals from captain Sunil Chhetri, Anirudh Thapa, and Manvir Singh led the Indian side to a dominant performance against their Southeast Asian opponents.

The match, which kicked off at 7:00 PM IST, saw India taking an early lead with Chhetri converting a penalty in the 15th minute. Myanmar equalized in the 34th minute with a strike from Aung Thu, but India regained the lead just before halftime with a goal from Thapa.

The second half continued to favor India, with Manvir Singh sealing the victory with a well-placed shot in the 68th minute. This win serves as a morale boost for the Indian team as they prepare for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.

Coach Igor Stimac expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, highlighting the importance of such friendlies in building team cohesion and testing strategies. The match also provided an opportunity for emerging talents to showcase their skills on the international stage.

The friendly against Myanmar is part of India's broader preparations as they aim to qualify for the AFC Asian Cup, an important tournament that offers a platform for Asian teams to compete at a higher level.