SAFF Championship: India And Pakistan Indulge In Heated Argument, Indian Head Coach Flashed With Red Card

India Vs Pakistan has always been the most heated argument, be it any field. It can politics, geo-politics, economy or sports. India Vs Pakistan matches have the record of getting the highest viewership both on television and live in the stadium. Sport can be any, but India – Pakistan match will always result in adrenaline rush.   In the past, there have been many on-field fights between Indian and Pakistani players in hockey and cricket. But this time it happened during the SAFF Football Championship game. There were intense arguments between the players of the two teams.

How did it all happen in SAFF Championship

The argument initiated when Igor Stimac, the head coach of India barred Abdullah Iqbal, Pakistani football player from throwing in. it was the end of first half of the match when this happened. This ignited the spark and as a result the argument took place. The two teams entered into a scuffle before referees stepped in to douse the fire.

Unfortunately, Stimac had to face repercussion of his action. The match refree gave him a red card at the Sree Kanteerava Satdium in Bengaluru. As an implication that comes with the red card, Stimac was not allowed to stand on the sideline for the rest of the match. While, former India defending Mahesh Gawli was doing the duty on the touchline.

A few players from India and Pakistan teams too were flashed yellow cards for intervening unnecessarily in the episode.

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The thrilling match

India clearly outclassed their opponents in the opening period of the game, which was packed with exciting action. The captain Chhetri has so far been the game’s main performer, demonstrating his remarkable talent by scoring two beautiful goals.

India romped to a 4-0 victory in their tournament debut as Chhetri scored three goals by converting another penalty kick in the second half.