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India Draws with World Cup Participant Panama, Wins Hearts Despite Missed Victory
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News18•25-09-2026, 22:01
India Draws with World Cup Participant Panama, Wins Hearts Despite Missed Victory
- •The Indian football team drew 1-1 with Panama, a country that participated in this year's World Cup.
- •India took the lead in the 41st minute with a goal from Ryan Williams.
- •Omar Valencia equalized for Panama in the 68th minute of the second half.
- •Despite Panama's FIFA ranking of 44 compared to India's 138, India delivered a strong performance.
- •This performance boosts confidence ahead of upcoming matches against football powerhouses Brazil and Uruguay.
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The international friendly match between the Indian football team and Panama ended in a 1-1 draw. Ryan Williams scored first for India in the 41st minute, while Omar Valencia equalized for Panama in the 68th minute.
Following their match against Panama, the Indian team is scheduled to play against five-time World Cup winners Brazil on October 3 and Uruguay on October 6. Both of these upcoming matches will be held at the Salt Lake Yubabharati Stadium in Kolkata.
India holds a FIFA ranking of 138, whereas Panama is ranked significantly higher at 44th in the world.
