Asian Cup 2019 Qualifiers - Group A Preview: India ready to take the next step

A fourth consecutive win for India and a draw between Myanmar and Kyrgyz Republic in Yangon on Tuesday will assure India a top-two finish in Group A. 

With the country currently hosting the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017, India’s senior team could make a significant mark by defeating Macau in Bangalore.

“A win may qualify us, so it’s a big game,” said the Englishman, whose side have a perfect record after their first three qualifiers. 

“And if you combine this with what’s happening with the Indian Super League, it could be really big for Indian football. We also hope the U-17s can do well.

“For us it’s about this qualification, but if you put all of those things together and India does not burst on to the world football scene after this, then it never will.”