AFC Asian Cup 2023: Resilient India go down 0-2 to Australia in opener

Doha [UAE], January 13 (ANI): The Indian football team faced a challenging start in the AFC Asian Cup campaign, succumbing to a 0-2 defeat against Australia in the opening match of Group B at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan on Saturday.

Australia demonstrated dominance throughout the game, securing a comfortable victory with goals from Craig Irwine (50') and substitute Jordan Bos (73').

India's head coach Igor Stimac imp