India vs Mauritius Prediction: As the Intercontinental Cup 2024 kicks off in Hyderabad, India faces Mauritius in a highly anticipated opener. With new head coach Manolo Marquez at the helm, the Blue Tigers are eager to start their campaign on a winning note.
Mauritius, making their debut in the tournament, will look to challenge their higher-ranked opponents. This match promises to be a crucial test for both teams as they aim to make a strong impression.
IND vs MAU Match Info
- Date: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
- Kick-off Time: 07:30 PM IST
- Location: GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Hyderabad
- Last Meeting: India 2-1 Mauritius (Hero Tri-Nation international friendly, 2017)
- Live Stream: Jio Cinema
- TV Channel: Sports 18 3
India vs Mauritius Prediction
India is favored to win against Mauritius due to their higher ranking and home advantage. Expect a tight match with less than 2.5 goals scored. Manvir Singh is likely to score for India, and the game may see fewer than 2.5 yellow cards. The final prediction: India 2-1 Mauritius.
- ✅ Less than 2.5 goals
- ✅ Yellow cards – under 2.5
- ✅ Manvir Singh to score for India
- ✅ Yannick Aristide to score for Mauritius
- ✅ India to win the match
India vs Mauritius Previews
India Team Preview
India enters this match looking to rebound from a challenging period marked by a failure to qualify for the FIFA 2026 World Cup and a winless streak in their last eight games. Under new head coach Manolo Marquez, the Blue Tigers are eager to start the Intercontinental Cup on a positive note. With key players like Manvir Singh expected to step up in the absence of Sunil Chhetri, India will look to dominate possession and break down Mauritius’ defense. The focus will be on improving their goal-scoring record and utilizing home advantage to secure a win.
Mauritius Team Preview
Mauritius comes into the Intercontinental Cup ranked 179th in the world and having recently ended a six-game winless streak with a victory over Eswatini. Their away form has been poor, but the Dodos will aim to make a strong impression in their debut at this tournament. With a solid defense and key player Lindsay Rose providing experience, Mauritius will likely adopt a cautious approach, focusing on counter-attacks and set-pieces to challenge India.
IND vs MAU Team News
- India: The Blue Tigers will be without Sunil Chhetri, who has retired from international football. Manvir Singh is expected to lead the attack. The squad includes key players like Gurpreet Singh Sandhu in goal, and midfielders Anirudh Thapa and Sahal Abdul Samad.
- Mauritius: The Dodos will rely on defender Lindsay Rose and forward Ashley Nazira to make an impact. Their squad includes goalkeeper Kevin Jean-Louis and a mix of experienced and younger players.
IND vs MAU Last Five H2H
- 2017 – India 2-1 Mauritius (Hero Tri-Nation international friendly)
IND vs MAU Possible Lineups
India Possible Playing XI:
- Formation: 4-2-3-1
- Starting XI: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (GK); Rahul Bheke, Narender Gahlot, Anwar Ali, Jay Gupta; Anirudh Thapa, Apuia; Sahal Abdul Samad, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Naorem Mahesh Singh; Manvir Singh
Mauritius Possible Playing XI:
- Formation: 4-3-3
- Starting XI: Kevin Jean-Louis (GK); Emmanuel Vincent, Damien Balisson, Lindsay Rose, Jordan François; Francis Rasolofonirina, Adel Langue, Adrien Botlar; Ashley Nazira, Aurélien François, Yannick Aristide
IND vs MAU Win Probability
- India: 70%
- DRAW: 20%
- Mauritius: 10 %
IND vs MAU Dream11 Team
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