The Intercontinental Cup kicks off on September 3, 2024, in Hyderabad, marking the debut of Manolo Marquez as head coach of the Indian football team. India, ranked 124th in FIFA, faces Mauritius, ranked 179th, in a tournament that also includes Syria. Marquez aims to establish a new era for Indian football, especially following the retirement of star player Sunil Chhetri, and has selected a mix of experienced and new players to invigorate the squad. Despite limited preparation, Marquez is optimistic about the team's performance, focusing on upcoming Asian Cup qualifiers. Mauritius, under coach Guillaume Moullec, enters the match with confidence after a recent victory in World Cup qualifying. Fans can watch the match live on Sports18 Network and stream it on JioCinema.