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Tajikistan welcome India to the Hisor Central Stadium on 9 June 2026 for the second of two friendly internationals between these sides, with both nations using the window to fine-tune preparations ahead of the Asian Cup in January 2027. The hosts ran out convincing 3-1 winners in the first meeting just four days earlier, marking a triumphant debut for new head coach Igor Angelovski. India, meanwhile, arrive under mounting pressure after three consecutive defeats, leaving Khalid Jamil searching for answers before the continental showpiece.
Match Analysis
Tajikistan enter this rematch as clear favorites at 1.75, riding a dominant 3-1 victory over this same India side just four days ago. Ranked 34 places higher (103 vs 137), Angelovski's side have scored 13 goals in their last five matches.
- 3-1 win over India on June 5 confirms a tangible, recent quality gap between these sides.
- 13 goals scored, only 3 conceded across last five matches reflects elite attacking and defensive form.
- H2H record shows Tajikistan won both recent meetings with a combined score of 6-1.
- 34-place FIFA ranking advantage (103 vs 137) underlines structural superiority over the visitors.
India arrive at 4.60 facing a steep uphill task: a four-game losing streak, a goals-conceded rate of 1.6 per game, and the added blow of Ryan Williams ruled out after a knock sustained in the first friendly.
- LLLL run in last five competitive outings, including losses to Jamaica and Zimbabwe.
- Ryan Williams ruled out with injury, stripping India of a key attacking outlet.
- Three debutants fielded in game one signals continued rotation and a lack of settled combinations.
Key point: With no over/under market available, the double chance covering Tajikistan and draw offers value; the home side's defensive record of just 0.6 goals conceded per game also makes a low-scoring home win plausible.
Form & Statistics: Tajikistan vs India
Tajikistan
Recent form
Season statistics (1)
India
Recent form
Season statistics (3)
Tajikistan vs India: Head-to-Head
Average statistics (recent meetings)
Lineups: Tajikistan vs India
Tajikistan
Starters
- 1 Rustam Yatimov
- 2 Manuchekhr Safarov
- 3 Sodiqjon Kurbonov
- 4 Amirbek Dzhuraboev
- 5 Tabrez Islomov
- 6 Alisher Shukurov
- 7 Parvizjon Umarbaev
- 8 Daler Sharipov
- 9 Ehsoni Panjshanbe
- 10 Shervoni Mabatshoev
- 11 Sheriddin Boboev
India
Starters
- 1 Gurpreet Singh Sandhu
- 2 Nikhil Poojary
- 3 Sandesh Jhingan
- 4 Rahul Bheke
- 5 Akash Mishra
- 6 Ricky Shabong
- 7 Macarton Nickson
- 8 Vikram Partap Singh
- 9 Lallianzuala Chhangte
- 10 Farukh Choudhary
- 11 Rahim Ali
Absent
- Ryan Williams (Injury (sustained a knock during India's opening Unity Cup fixture))
Low confidence
Both sides line up in a 4-2-3-1 mirror, though it is worth treating these selections with caution: neither XI has been confirmed by official sources, with both drawn from a single speculative report tied to the first fixture in this double-header rather than this second meeting.
India's coaching staff made considerable use of their squad in the opening friendly, including handing debuts to several players, so rotation here is a genuine possibility. Gurpreet Singh Sandhu anchors the away side between the posts, while Sheriddin Boboev leads the Tajik attack in what shapes up as a tactically balanced, if uncertain, contest.
Our Verdict
Tajikistan ticked every box in the first meeting, winning 3-1 with goals from three different scorers, and their recent run of four wins and a draw underlines genuine momentum. India, by contrast, have lost three on the bounce and travelled with a depleted squad missing key Mohun Bagan Super Giant personnel. Backing the home win at 1.75 looks the standout selection. The hosts' attacking potency also makes over 2.5 goals at N/A appealing, given the first leg produced four. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. For help, visit GambleAware.co.uk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet for Tajikistan vs India?
The strongest bet here is a Tajikistan home win at 1.75. The hosts arrive on the back of a 3-1 victory over this same India side four days ago, boast a last-five record of WWWWD with 13 goals scored, and hold a 34-place FIFA ranking advantage. India's injury concerns and continued rotation only strengthen the case.
What time does Tajikistan vs India kick off?
This second friendly between Tajikistan and India kicks off at 15:00 UTC on 9th June 2026. The fixture takes place at the Hisor Central Stadium in Hisor, Tajikistan, the same venue that hosted the first meeting between these two sides just four days prior.
Where can I watch Tajikistan vs India on TV?
Official broadcast arrangements for this friendly fixture have not been widely confirmed across major television platforms. Supporters are advised to check local listings and streaming services in their respective territories, as international friendly matches of this nature are often made available through regional football federation channels or online platforms.
What is Tajikistan's recent record against India?
Tajikistan's record against India is unblemished. The two sides have met twice, and Tajikistan have won on both occasions: a 3-0 victory in their first encounter, followed by a commanding 3-1 win in the opening friendly of this current series on 5th June 2026, with goals from Boboev, Karimov, and Panjshanbe.
