Here are some the details of India Vs Thailand game.
The 47th edition of Kings Cup recommenced on June 5. The fate has been decided in the first two games in this four-game tournament. India went down to Curacao, whereas, Thailand were beaten by Vietnam in their own soil.
The battle for third place will take place between the hosts Thailand and India. The finals will is played between Curacao and Vietnam, the sides who are highly ranked, compared to the other two nations.
Curacao side comprised of Premier League footballers including Leandro Bacuna, Cuco Martina, and many other players who fare in top European leagues. On the other hand, India are taking baby steps and are looking to improve the game more than anything else.
Igor Stimac has reiterated that he is witnessing this job as a long-term project and wants to get the best possible output from the players. There was a glimpse when Indian tried to penetrate in Curacao’s box, but failed. It was an indication that he is trying to install his own philosophy to strive for success.
The backline looked shambles and were not able to execute basic defending to keep them in check. Two goals came when the defender came off the line to win the duel, but failed to effectuate it properly. The whole organization needs time, although Stimac will be hoping for a positive result against Thailand to reap much-needed confidence.
INDIA VS THAILAND HEAD TO HEAD:
Games Played: 24
Games won by India: 6
Games won by Thailand: 11
Games drawn: 7
The head-to-head statistics exhibits Thailand’s superiority in this fixture, but India were simply rampant when these sides met last time. India beat them 4-1 in the AFC Asian Cup, earlier this year. Sunil Chhetri scored twice before Anirudh Thapa and Jeje Lalpekhlua added one to their tally in the second half.
When and where to watch the game?
Date: June 8 (Saturday)
Kick off: 2 PM IST
Telecast: Star Sports Select 3, Hotstar.
