India and Pakistan have a long-standing football rivalry that dates back several decades. The two neighboring nations have faced each other in various international tournaments and friendly matches over the years.
Some of the most memorable matches between India and Pakistan include the 1960 Asian Games where India won 1-0, and the 2006 South Asian Football Federation Cup where India emerged victorious with a 1-0 scoreline. The most recent official match between the two teams was during the 2018 SAFF Championship, which ended in a 1-1 draw.
Historically, India has maintained a better record in football matches against Pakistan, with more wins compared to their rivals. However, each match between these two nations is always highly anticipated by fans from both countries, creating an electric atmosphere in the stadiums.
The football rivalry between India and Pakistan, while not as prominent as their cricket encounters, still holds significant importance in the sporting relations between the two countries and continues to be an exciting fixture in South Asian football. |
