India produced a commanding 12-0 demolition of Guam in their second Group E fixture of the AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027 Qualifiers at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium in Malaysia on Saturday, 14 November 2026. The result moves India to the top of their group and marks one of the most emphatic victories in the country's U17 AFC qualifying history.

Raj Singh and Gangte lead the rout

Forward Raj Singh Wahengbam was the standout performer, netting four times in a single match, while captain Dallalmuon Gangte added a hat-trick — his second in as many games, having also scored three against Singapore. The two players combined for seven of India's twelve goals, underlining the attacking depth of this young side.

Leo Thongbam opened the scoring in the fifth minute, heading home a left-footed cross from Malsawmtluanga at the near post. Gangte then took control, scoring in the 13th, 27th, and 32nd minutes, exploiting rebounds and incisive passes inside the penalty area. Hrishikesh Manavathi added a fifth in the 20th minute, sending India into the break with a 5-0 advantage.

Second-half onslaught despite difficult conditions

Heavy rainfall made conditions difficult after the restart, but India showed no let-up. David Mangang Irom struck in the 53rd minute, before Raj Singh launched a four-goal blitz in the 55th, 73rd, 83rd, and 84th minutes. Substitute Felix Meitei Saikhom, introduced at half-time, made an immediate impact with direct runs down the left flank, scoring in the 56th minute. Ristik Maity rounded off the scoring with a close-range finish in the 87th minute.

India dominated possession throughout, using quick passing and movement to routinely break down Guam's defence. Goalkeeper Maroof Shafi was rarely tested at the other end, with Guam entering the contest already beaten by both Palestine and Singapore.

Historic context and group standings

The 12-0 scoreline is India's third-biggest winning margin in AFC U17 qualifying history, behind their 13-0 victories against Macau in 1984 and Brunei Darussalam in 2024. It also represents a sharp improvement in attacking output after India's opening 4-2 win over Singapore in this campaign.

With six points from two matches, India sit at the top of Group E on goal difference, level on points with Palestine. Singapore hold three points, while Malaysia and Guam are yet to register a win. Crucially, only the group winners will qualify for the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2027.

What comes next: India vs Palestine

India face a potentially decisive encounter against Palestine on Tuesday, with both sides locked on six points and separated solely by goal difference. A win for either team would substantially clarify the qualification picture. India will need to maintain their intensity and defensive solidity to secure a place in next year's continental tournament in Uzbekistan.