India vs Mauritius Live streaming: Intercontinental Cup 2024 Live TV telecast, channel, time

Add as a preferred source on Google

The Indian football team is poised to start a fresh chapter as they face Mauritius in their opening match of the Intercontinental Cup on 3 September 2024, at Hyderabad's Gachibowli Athletic Stadium.

This match marks not only the beginning of the tournament but also the start of a new era for Indian football under recently appointed head coach, Manolo Márquez.

India vs Mauritius Live Stream and Telecast Details in India: Intercontinental Cup 2024

The Intercontinental Cup 2024, India vs Mauritius, will be played at the Gachibowli Athletic Stadium in Hyderabad on Friday (September 3). The match will kick-off at 7:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time). India vs Mauritius will be live telecast on Sports 18 3. Fans can also watch the Live stream of India vs Mauritius on Jio Cinema.

Preview

Coming off the back of disappointing performances in recent international competitions, the Indian team will be eager to make a strong statement. The Intercontinental Cup is seen as a crucial preparatory step for the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers, with Márquez aiming to use the tournament as a "dress rehearsal" for the bigger challenges ahead.

Despite limited preparation time-only two training sessions before the tournament-the Spaniard remains optimistic about the team's readiness. India's squad for the tournament features a mix of fresh faces and returning players.

Defenders Asish Rai and Roshan Singh Naorem make their return after almost a year, while youngsters like Kiyan Nassiri Giri and Lalthathanga Khawlhring will be eyeing their senior debuts. Notably, the tournament also marks the first time the Indian senior men's team will play in Hyderabad in 16 years, adding an extra layer of significance to the event.

Mauritius, ranked 179th in the world, will present a tough challenge despite their inconsistent form. Under the guidance of French coach Guillaume Moullec, the team has shown moments of promise, such as a 2-1 victory over Eswatini in June and a goalless draw against Angola.

However, they have also struggled, crashing out of the Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers and enduring significant losses against teams like Cameroon and Chad. Key players for Mauritius include experienced centre-backs Lindsay Rose, who plays for Aris Thessaloniki in Greece, and Dylan Collard of Lusitânia FC Lourosa in Portugal.

Their defensive skills, combined with the leadership of veteran goalkeeper Kevin Jean-Louis, will be vital as they look to contain India's attacking threats. As the Intercontinental Cup unfolds, both teams will be looking to gain valuable momentum.

For India, securing a win against Mauritius would not only boost confidence but also help maintain their position in Pot 1 ahead of the December draw for the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers. With a mix of youth and experience, Márquez's squad will be keen to start this new era with a victory, setting the tone for the challenges that lie ahead.