2019 AFC Asian Cup: India eye win against Bahrain in final group encounter with aim to qualify for knockouts

India shall be taking on Bahrain in their final group game of the 2019 AFC Asian Cup at Monday. The Sunil Chettri-led side would look for an outright win to make themselves assured of a berth in the knockout phase of the tournament.

Sunil Chettri (Source: PTI)

New Delhi: India shall be taking on Bahrain in their final group game of the 2019 AFC Asian Cup at Monday. The Sunil Chettri-led side would look for an outright win to make themselves assured of a berth in the knockout phase of the tournament. Although, a draw against Bahrain, currently ranked 113, will be enough for India (ranked 97) to qualify for the round of 16 for the first time in the continent’s premier nation's tournament after failed attempts in 1984 and 2011. After trouncing Thailand 4-1 in their opening tie, the 'Blue Tigers' suffered a major setback in their bid to qualify for the knockouts after losing 0-2 to hosts UAE. The Indians started off the game against UAE on a positive note well but missed chances one to many in front of the goal. UAE grouped well in the second half and found the net on two occasions courtesy some good attacking play from both the flanks. On the other hand, it is a do or die situation for Bahrain who are yet to secure a win in the group stages. They played a 1-1 draw against hosts UAE in their tournament opener, while losing 1-0 against Thailand on Thursday. India skipper Sunil Chhetri would also want to leave an impression in what would be his record equaling appearance for India with 107 games. The record currently stands in the name of former skipper Bhaichung Bhutia. What time does the AFC Asian Cup match between India and Bahrain begin? The AFC Asian Cup match between India and Bahrain will begin at 9:30 PM IST. Which TV channels will broadcast the AFC Asian Cup? The India-Bahrain game will be shown on the Star Sports Network. How do I watch online live streaming of the AFC Asian Cup? The AFC Asian Cup live streaming will be available on Hotstar.