Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], November 23 (ANI): India's AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers campaign began with a 1-1 draw against Palestine in Group D at the EKA Arena in Ahmedabad, as per the official website of the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

Shubham Poonia handed the Blue Colts the lead with a 44th-minute header before Palestine substitute Amir Jomah slotted home the equaliser in the 74th minute.

Chinese Taipei and Lebanon played out a goalless draw earlier in the day, meaning four teams are locked at a point apiece after the opening matchday, with IR Iran yet to start their campaign. Only the group winners will qualify for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026.

India, coming off a strong preparation phase that included winning the SAFF U17 Championsh

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