Where & when to watch AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup 2026 live in India?

The India U-20 team will kick off their campaign against Japan U-20 on April 2

The AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 is all set to kick off in Thailand on April 1, bringing together the finest young talents in women’s football from across the continent. India will begin their campaign on April 2 with a tough opening fixture against Japan, a side known for its strong pedigree in women’s football.

The tournament promises high-quality action, with Asia’s rising stars aiming to make a statement on one of the biggest youth stages.

It will be a crucial early test as India look to build momentum and compete against some of the continent’s best.

With excitement building among fans, attention now turns to how and where to catch all the live action.

Let’s take a look at the broadcast and streaming details for the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026.

A brief look at the groups

Let’s take a look at the groups for the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026, as a total of twelve nations are set to compete in this prestigious continental tournament.

Group A

• Thailand (host nation)
• China PR
• Vietnam
• Bangladesh

Group B

• DPR Korea
• Korea Republic
• Uzbekistan
• Jordan

Group C

• Japan
• Australia
• Chinese Taipei
• India

A total of twelve nations from across Asia have earned their place in this competition, showcasing the best emerging talents in women’s football.

In Group A, hosts Thailand will look to use home advantage, but China PR remain the strongest contenders, while Vietnam and Bangladesh will aim to challenge for qualification.

Group B appears to be one of the most competitive, with both DPR Korea and Korea Republic considered strong sides. Uzbekistan and Jordan complete a well-balanced group capable of producing surprises.

On the other hand, Group C features heavyweights Japan and Australia, making it a tough challenge for India and Chinese Taipei, who will be eager to make their mark on the tournament.

India’s fixtures

Here are the fixtures for India in the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026:

2nd AprilJapan vs IndiaVenue: Thammasat StadiumTime: 18:30 IST

5th AprilIndia vs AustraliaVenue: Pathum Thani StadiumTime: 14:30 IST

8th AprilChinese Taipei vs IndiaVenue: Pathum Thani StadiumTime: 14:30 IST

India will face a tough group stage challenge, taking on strong sides like Japan and Australia, before concluding their campaign against Chinese Taipei.

When and where to catch the action live in India?

Fans in India can catch all the action from the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 live on the FanCode app and website.

The matches will be streamed live, allowing viewers to follow every moment of the tournament, including all of India’s group stage fixtures.

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