Indian Football Team Set for Final AFC Asian Cup Qualifier Against Hong Kong

The Indian football team is set to play their last AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Hong Kong on March 31. After a disappointing qualification campaign, the Blue Tigers aim to secure their first win. With both teams already out of contention, this match serves as a chance for India to end on a high note. Fans can catch the action live on the Fancode app, as the match will not be televised in India. Will India manage to clinch a victory and avoid a winless campaign? Read on for more details.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 31, 2026, 12:50 IST

India's Upcoming Match Against Hong Kong

The Indian national football team is gearing up to play their first match since their disappointing failure to qualify for the AFC Asian Cup, marking the first time the expanded 24-team format has seen India miss out. The Blue Tigers are set to face Hong Kong in their final qualification match at the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium in Kochi on Tuesday, March 31. With both teams already out of contention for qualification, this match serves as a formality, with both sides looking to end their campaigns on a positive note.

India will aim to secure a victory to avoid finishing the qualification round without a win. Currently, the team, managed by Khalid Jamil, has accumulated only two points from five matches, suffering three losses and two draws. In contrast, Hong Kong sits second in the group with eight points, having won two matches, drawn two, and lost one. Although they could match Singapore's points total, they cannot qualify due to head-to-head rules. In their previous encounter, Hong Kong triumphed 1-0 with a last-minute goal.

Match Details: India vs Hong Kong AFC Asian Cup Qualifier

Kick-off Time: The match will commence at 7:00 PM on March 31.

Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium, Kochi.

Television Broadcast: The match will not be available on TV in India.

Live Streaming: Fans can watch the match live on the Fancode app and website.