Farukh Choudhary made a stunning return to the Indian team after a three-year hiatus, scoring the equalizing goal against Vietnam in an international friendly match on October 12. His strike helped India recover from an early mistake and secure a 1-1 draw away from home ¹.
Choudhary’s goal came in the 58th minute, canceling out Bui Vi Hao’s 38th-minute opener for Vietnam. The Indian team, led by coach Manolo Marquez, showed resilience and determination to earn a hard-fought draw ¹.
This match marked Choudhary’s return to the national team after last playing for India on October 10, 2021 ¹ ². His performance was crucial in earning India a draw, especially considering Vietnam’s strong attacking display.
The match saw India’s goalkeeper, Gurpreet Singh, make some impressive saves, including a penalty kick block in the 27th minute ¹. The team’s defense, despite some early jitters, held strong against Vietnam’s relentless pressure.
The draw extends India’s winless run to 11 matches, with their last victory coming in November 2023 ¹. However, Choudhary’s return and goal will undoubtedly boost the team’s morale ahead of future fixtures.
