Tajikistan vs India

India came away with a 1-1 draw against Tajikistan in their second friendly at the Hisor Central Stadium on June 9, a late spot-kick denying the Blue Tigers what would have been a hard-fought away victory. Vikram Pratap Singh put India ahead in the 25th minute, pouncing on a rebound after the home goalkeeper spilled a dangerous free-kick delivered by Farukh Choudhary. Tajikistan controlled possession and kept pressing, eventually earning a penalty deep in the second half. Sheriddin Boboev stepped up and coolly converted in the 85th minute to level the tie. The result offers India some consolation following a 3-1 defeat in the first of these two June friendlies, demonstrating they can compete away from home. For Tajikistan, snatching a share of the spoils at the death keeps the mood positive ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures.