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  09 Dec 2024, 18:07

Bangladesh, India in same group of AFC Asian Cup qualifiers

DHAKA, Dec 9, 2024 (BSS)- Bangladesh were drawn against India, Hong Kong and 
Singapore in Group C of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 qualifiers.

The draw ceremony, which saw 24 teams-- split into six groups, was held at 
AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia today (Monday). 

The Asian Cup qualifying matches will be held over two legs-- home and away-- 
basis in March next year. The champions of each six group will qualify for 
the AFC Asian Cup 2027 in Saudi Arabia. So far, 18 teams have confirmed their 
place, including defending champions Qatar and hosts Saudi Arabia.

India is the higher-ranked side in this group at 127 while Hong Kong is at 
156, Singapore at 161 and Bangladesh at 185. 

Group C schedule

March 25, 2025: India vs Bangladesh, Singapore vs Hong Kong

June 10, 2025: Bangladesh vs Singapore, Hong Kong vs India

October 9, 2025: Bangladesh vs Hong Kong, Singapore vs India

October 14, 2025: Hong Kong vs Bangladesh, India vs Singapore

November 18, 2025: Bangladesh vs India, Hong Kong vs Singapore

March 31, 2026: India vs Hong Kong, Singapore vs Bangladesh