India face a must-win clash against Singapore in their AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Margao on Tuesday, October 14. After a 1–1 draw in the away leg, the Blue Tigers must secure all three points at home to keep their qualification hopes alive.
Singapore currently hold the edge in Group C, while India sit third and need a strong performance to stay in contention. The home crowd in Goa will be expecting a response as hosts aim to turn their campaign around.
India vs. Singapore: Who Will Win?
India host Singapore after a 1-1 draw in the first leg, needing a win to stay in AFC Asian Cup contention. Singapore have been solid but struggle away from home, while India’s attack - led by Sunil Chhetri and Rahim Ali - gives them the edge.
The Sporting News Score Prediction for India vs. Singapore
India 1-2 Singapore
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Head-to-Head: India vs. Singapore
- India and Singapore have met seven times across competitions, with Singapore holding the upper hand in the overall record.
- The most recent encounter in October 2025 ended 1–1 in Singapore.
- India’s last victory over Singapore came way back in February 2004, when they won 1–0 in a World Cup qualifier in Kolkata.
India vs. Singapore: Form Guide
India – Last 5 Matches (All Competitions)
- Singapore 1-1 India (AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers)
- Oman 1-2 India (CA Cup)
- Afghanistan 0-0 India (CA Cup)
- India 0-3 Iran (CA Cup)
- Tajikistan 1-2 India (CA Cup)
Singapore – Last 5 Matches (All Competitions)
- Singapore 1-1 India (AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers)
- Singapore 1-1 Myanmar (Friendly)
- Malaysia 2-1 Singapore (Friendly)
- Bangladesh 1-2 Singapore (AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers)
- Singapore 3-1 Maldives (Friendly)
India vs. Singapore Team News
India Team News
- Sandesh Jhingan is suspended for the home leg against Singapore following his red card in the first match.
- Mohun Bagan’s Subhasish Bose joins the squad, strengthening the defense.
- Central midfielder Lalengmawia Ralte has been added to provide creativity and control in midfield.
- Rahim Ali, who scored the 90th-minute equaliser in the away leg, is expected to lead the attack.
Singapore Team News
- No major injury or suspension concerns reported ahead of the Goa clash.
- Ikhsan Fandi remains the key attacking threat after scoring in the first leg.
- The squad will likely stick to the same lineup that secured a 1-1 draw at home.
- Singapore will aim to maintain defensive stability while seeking opportunities on the counter.
India vs. Singapore Predicted Lineups
Here’s how we think the two teams will line up for this friendly clash.
India predicted lineup to play Singapore
India (4-2-3-1)
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (GK) - Rahul Bheke, Anwar Ali, Muhammed Uvais, Subhasish Bose - Nikhil Prabhu, Deepak Tangri - Lallianzuala Chhangte, Sahal Abdul Samad, Liston Colaco - Sunil Chhetri
- Injury: None reported
- Suspension: Sandesh Jhingan
- Doubtful: Muhammed Uvais, Apuia Ralte, Brandon Fernandes
Singapore predicted lineup to play Singapore
Singapore (4-2-3-1)
Izwan Mahbud (GK) - Ryhan Stewart, Irfan Fandi, Safuwan Baharudin, Jordan Emaviwe - Kyoga Nakamura, Harhys Stewart - Shawal Anuar, Ui-young Song, Glenn Kweh - Ikhsan Fandi
- Injury: None reported
- Suspension: None
- Doubtful: Jordan Emaviwe, Shah Shahiran, Hariss Harun
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India vs. Singapore Betting Odds: International Friendly
India are the favourites to secure a crucial win at home, priced at 1.87 by Dafabet. Singapore are available at 4.15, while the draw is priced at 3.27.
Our full-time prediction is a 2-1 victory for India, but here are the best odds for the likeliest outcomes from Dafabet:
Result | Odds* (Click here to bet) |
India 1-0 | 5.40 |
Singapore 1-0 | 8.15 |
Draw 1-1 | 5.95 |
India 2-1 | 8.15 |
Draw 2-2 | 16.00 |
How to watch: India vs. Singapore Live stream, TV channel
- Date: Tuesday, October 14
- Venue: Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Goa
- Time: 7:30 p.m. IST
- TV/Stream: Fancode app and website