Jakarta, Oct 13 (UNI) The India U23 men’s football team were held to a 1-1 draw by Indonesia in their second friendly at the Gelora Bung Karno Madya Stadium here today.

After a goalless first half, Korou Singh Thingujam (47’) put the Blue Colts in the lead, but Dony Tri Pamungkas (71’) equalised for the hosts.

India had defeated Indonesia 2-1 in their first friendly, after which head coach Naushad Moosa made six changes to the starting lineup.

Indonesia pressed aggressively from the start, seeking revenge for their earlier defeat, but India’s defence held firm throughout the first half. In the 10th minute, Muhammad Rayhan Hannan’s shot was comfortably saved by India goalkeeper Dipesh Chauhan. Later, Kakang Rudianto’s header from a set-piece was tipped over the bar by Chauhan, keeping t

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