India’s dream of reaching the third round of the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers was shattered by a disputed goal in a match against Asian champions Qatar. Lallianzuala Chhangte’s strike had put India ahead, but controversy arose when Qatar’s equalizer, deemed questionable by Indian players, was allowed to stand. This pivotal moment turned the tide, leading to Qatar’s late victory. Despite a spirited performance, India fell short of securing a historic entry into the next round, underscoring the significant impact of contentious refereeing decisions in crucial matches.
India’s Historic FIFA World Cup Qualification Bid Dashed by Controversial Referee Decision
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