Diyorakhon khabibullaeva

FIFA International Friendlies: India suffered a 0-1 defeat at the hands of Uzbekistan at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence, in the first of two FIFA International Friendlies, on Friday, May 30.

After a goalless first half, Diyorakhon Khabibullaeva (56’) scored the only goal of the match to hand Uzbekistan the win.

Keeping true to his words, India head coach Crispin Chettri introduced some fresh blood into the team, handing out three debuts against a strong Uzbekistan side. Attackers Manisha Naik and Malavika debuted from the starting XI, while midfielder Priyadharshini came off the bench in the second half for her first cap.