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Preview: The Indian football team would look to continue their winning momentum when they take on Vanuatu in their second match of the Intercontinental Cup in Bhubaneswar on Monday. The Blue Tigers had put up a clinical effort to beat Mongolia 2-0 only a few days back, and would hope to repeat a similar result against the country from Oceania. In their match against Mongolia, Sahal Abdul Samad and Chhangte found the net early on in the first half, but could have scored more goals later on. Igor Stimac spoke on India’s preparedness ahead of the Vanuatu game. “We took everything (about Vanuatu) from the game they played against Lebanon. It’s obvious that they are a physical side. They have their strengths and weaknesses, so we need to get ready for such a game,” said Stimac. Read all the Latest News , Trending News , Cricket News , Bollywood News , India News and Entertainment News here. Follow us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .
India vs Vanuatu Highlights, Intercontinental Cup: India beat Vanuatu 1-0
India vs Vanuatu Highlights: India rode on a goal from Sunil Chhetri to beat Vanuatu 1-0 in their second match of the Intercontinental Cup.
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India 1-0 Vanuatu
Full time! India ride on Sunil Chhetri’s second half goal to beat Vanuatu 1-0. They make it two wins in two matches, after having beaten Mongolia in the opening match.
India 1-0 Vanuatu
GOAAL! Sunil Chhetri scores the opening goal for India. Shubashish from the left flank with a pass to Chhetri, who eventually finds the net.
India 0-0 Vanuatu
In the 72nd minute, Vanuatu make an attacking move. Taiwia with a lofted ball towards Sanuel but that is intercepted for a corner.
India 0-0 Vanuatu
Still goalless after more than an hours play. Mahesh puts in a cross, and Chhetri hits this one wide. Opportunity lost for India.
India 0-0 Vanuatu
Sandesh Jhungan and Pritam Kotal try to get hold of the ball, but fail to take control of the opportunity. After a short while, the ball possession is lost and India are unable to convert the attack
India 0-0 Vanuatu
Half-time in Bhubaneswar and the match remains goalless. India had a shot on target, but failed to make use of it. Nandakumar has been impressicve on debut so far. It will be an exciting contest in the second half.
India 0-0 Vanuatu
Some brilliant football from Liston Colaco, Nandakumar and Mahesh. Mahesh picks Liston inside the box, who then finds Nandakumar. Liston and Nanda try to link up, but the opposition defenders deny India any chance.
India 0-0 Vanuatu
Nandakumar is making improvements in the centre of the field. There’s good coordination between him and Sunil Chhetri, and Nandakumar has a go at the Vanuatu goal once again, but misses his target.
India 0-0 Vanuatu
31’: Liston Colaco has a go at the Vanuatu goal, but the Vanuautu goalkeeper is quick enough to save the ball and avoid conceding a goal. First shot on target for India.
India 0-0 Vanuatu
Jonathan looks to go past Subashish Bose and aims to score from a rather difficult angle but is unable to get a shot on target. Still goalles at Kalinga Stadium.
India 0-0 Vanuatu
Jonathan dribbles past three Indian defenders on the right flank, but Rohit’s interception helps India maintain the clean sheet for now.
India 0-0 Vanuatu
Bright start from Nandakumar, who collects a long ball and passes to Sunil Chhetri at the box’s edge. Chhetri with a long range shot but his attempt is deflected.
Here’s Vanuatu’s starting XI
Here’s how India will start against Vanuatu