India beats Syria in AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier after thunderstorm interruption

India was leading 1-0 when the match was suspended indefinitely in the 55th minute due to adverse weather conditions. | Photo Credit: Screenshot via FAMTV Malaysia YouTube channel

India notched up its second consecutive win in the ongoing AFC Under-17 Women’s Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier with a 2-0 victory against Syria in a thunderstorm-interrupted match on Thursday

Anushka Kumari was adjudged player of the match for scoring a brace in the fifth and 55th minute.

Earlier, the game was suspended indefinitely after the second goal due to an approaching thunderstorm.

India was leading 1-0 when the referee halted play because of adverse weather conditions. The suspension came after India had opened its campaign with a 14-0 rout of Iraq, its biggest-ever win at this level.

Interestingly, that match was also interrupted by severe weather, with lightning and thunder forcing a 30-minute stoppage before play resumed once conditions improved.

Once play resumed, India doubled its advantage to secure a 2-0 win and cement its place at the top of its group. India will face Malaysia in its next match.