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India's CAFA Nations Cup bronze under Khalid Jamil offered hope in tough times. Yet former coach Armando Colaco insists Indian football cannot progress without a proper promotion and relegation system in the ISL and I-League.

India secured a CAFA Nations Cup third-place match berth due to their head-to-head record after a 2-2 draw between Tajikistan and Iran. India's earlier 2-1 victory over Tajikistan proved decisive, despite a goalless draw against Afghanistan. They will now compete for third place on September 8, marking an improvement after a previous loss to Afghanistan.