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AFC Asian Cup: Rahim Ali’s dramatic late equaliser helped India snatch a crucial point against Singapore in a tense 1-1 draw in their third-round clash of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers at the National Stadium in Kallang on Thursday.

The result saw India climb to third in the group standings with two points from three matches, while Singapore maintained their position at the top with five points. It was a contest that ebbed and flowed, defined by two decisive moments - one just before half-time, and another right before the final whistle.

Singapore, roared on by the home crowd, dominated possession early and looked more threatening in attack. Their persistence paid off in first-half stoppage time when Ikhsan Fandi broke the deadlock.