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Thailand vs India Preview

• Competition: AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers
• Date: Saturday, 5 July
• Kick-Off Time: 12:30 PM GMT
• Venue: 700th Aniversary of Chiang Mai Stadium

The Chaba Kaew will host the Blue Tigresses in the final group game of the Asian Cup Qualifiers, as both teams will be aiming to secure their place in the Asian Cup. Only one team will go through to the Asian Cup, and both teams will be aiming to win this upcoming fixture. Here's Sportsdunia's Thailand vs India Preview.

Thailand have won all group games till now, as they defeated Timor-Leste, Iraq, and Mongolia quite comfortably. They have the same amount of goal difference, and they will have to win against India to book their slot in the main competition. Last time they faced the Blue Tigresses and won narrowly by 0-1 in the Asian Games. They are currently ranked at 46th position in the FIFA ranking and are, quality-wise, better than the Indian team. They can't afford to take the India team lightly and will have to be at their best, as they will have huge support from the home crowd.

The Blue Tigresses stepped up their game as they won all the group stage games easily, and now they will face their toughest opponent in the final group game. They are currently ranked 70th in the FIFA ranking and will look to upset the home team. They are going into the match as underdogs and will look to create history as they have never qualified for the Asian Cup. This will surely be a high-stakes game for both teams, especially for the Blue Tigresses. This is a must-win game, and surely it will be an intense and competitive fixture. This will be a mouthwatering clash for sure.

Thailand National Women's Football Team News

The home team has a fully fit squad for the upcoming final group game in the qualifiers, and there are no fresh injury concerns, as well as none of the players are suspended for the match. They will look to book their spot in the Asian Cup with a win over the Blue Tigresses.

India National Women's Football Team News

Soumya Guguloth is the only player who is out due to injury; she suffered a nose fracture against Timor Leste. The rest of the players in the camp are fully fit to play on Saturday in the final group game.

Thailand vs India Predicted Lineups

Here's Sportsdunia's Thailand vs India Predicted Lineups:

Thailand National Women's Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Sornpao

Defenders: Saengkoon, Kaewanta, Rodthong, Jirathanapibun

Midfielders: Somnuek, Pramnak

Forwards: Pengngam, Jinantuya, Mongkoldee, Kanyanat

India National Women's Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Panthoi Chanu

Defenders: Sweety Devi, Nirmala, Sanju, Shilky

Midfielders: Basfore, Ratanbala Devi

Forwards: Anju Tamang, Pyari Xaxa, Manisha Kalyan, Lynda Kom

Thailand vs India Head-to-Head Record

Both teams have faced each other only once in the past, and Thailand won that game.

Key Players to Watch in Thailand vs India

Saowalak Pengngam (Thailand)

Pengngam is one of the most senior players in the Thailand squad; she has played in the FIFA World Cup as well. She is 28 years old and plays as a striker. She has made 20 appearances for the National team, in which she has scored 10 goals. She is also the captain of the team. Her qualities are very much evident on the pitch as she leads her team by example. Her creativity and finishing are her biggest strengths, and it will be difficult for the Blue Tigresses to stop her.

Manisha Kalyan (India)

Currently, she is playing in the Greek top division for PAOK, and despite being only 23 years old, she has played three years in Europe already. Even though she is very young, she is one of the most experienced players in the squad. As of now, she has played 47 games for India in which she scored 14 goals. Her pace and agility will be the biggest problem for the opposition defenders in the upcoming fixture. Thailand's players are technically a much better side, and surely Manisha will have to give her best to help her team.

Thailand vs India Prediction

Thailand will have the home advantage in this crucial encounter and are clear favourites to win this fixture; on the other hand, the Blue Tigresses will look to make history by qualifying for the Asian Cup. This will be a very competitive fixture for sure, and most probably Thailand will win this match. Here's our Thailand vs India Prediction.

Predicted Score: Thailand 2-1 India

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