13 October 2021 at 16:00
Match Summary
India defeated Maldives 3:1. The match was played in SAFF Championship 2021. Goals were scored by M. Singh 33′, Ali Ashfaq 45′ (pen.), S. Chhetri 62′, S. Chhetri 71′. 7 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. India made 5 substitutions, Maldives made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between India and Maldives — 4 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: B. Fernandes
Penalty
assist: M. Singh
assist: P. Kotal
Lineups
India lined up in a — formation under I. Štimac, while Maldives deployed a — under Ali Suzain.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for India is 6.89, compared to — for Maldives. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. India's highest-rated starter is G. Singh (7.06), while Maldives's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of India have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by S. Bose (1G). Maldives's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
India field 11 midfielders averaging 6.89, versus Maldives's 11 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Discipline
India's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Maldives. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of India's starting XI is 31.3 (youngest: S. Wangjam (25), oldest: S. Chhetri (41)), while Maldives average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
India's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 0 for Maldives. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, India have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Maldives show 1 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 4 outings.
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India vs Maldives Head to Head Results
India and Maldives have met 1 times — India won 1, Maldives won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. India leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (3 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 17 Apr 2026