The international friendly match between India and Malaysia at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium in Hyderabad on Monday, November 18, ended in a 1-1 draw.

Both goals were scored during the first half of the match. Malaysia took the lead with Paulo Josué first. Defender Rahul Bheke equalised for India later.

India, ranked 125th in the latest FIFA men’s team rankings, maintained the bulk of possession against Malaysia, which is eight positions below. India gave a tough fight to the Malaysian defense in the initial stages of the game.