India vs Jordan not cancelled, will happen as per schedule
What's the story
Earlier, media reports stated that the friendly between the Indian football team and Jordan has been cancelled. But the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has now clarified that the tie will go on as scheduled. The rumors had surfaced that the match might not happen since some members of the Indian contingent had arrived late at Amman, due to rain delaying flights.
Twitter Post
Indian players stranded at the airport
Heavy rains have delayed Team India’s flight from Kuwait City to Amman. We will keep you updated on the proceedings.#BackTheBlue #IndianFootball pic.twitter.com/SPQuk5M0Se
— Indian Football Team (@IndianFootball) November 15, 2018
Press release
AIFF released a statement to clear all speculations
The AIFF has released a statement clearing off all speculations and announcing that the match will go on, as scheduled. The statement also talked about the extreme difficulties which certain members of the contingent had to go through before they were able to reach Amman. Players and members of the staff were stranded at Kuwait for 32 hours. Some members even lost their luggage.
Team news
Team news from both corners
Sunil Chhetri will not be available for the match after being injured during an ISL match between Bengaluru and Kerala Blasters. India will most likely line-up in a 4-4-2 formation with two central mid-fielders and the two wingers taking on a more attacking role. Jordan have numerous injury concerns, and their new manager is yet to see a win after three matches in charge.
Prediction
India go in as favorites
India held a team as strong as China to a goalless draw at their own home, and it looks likely that they will put up another impressive performance against Jordan. Constantine had himself requested for more games for India to prepare well for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup. A solid performance tonight will be a step in the right direction.
Information
Upcoming fixtures for Team India
Up next, India will play against Oman in an international friendly on December 27. After which, India's Asian Cup journey will begin from January 6, against Thailand. India have Thailand, UAE, and Bahrain in their group.