India U-17 women's team to play two friendlies against Uzbekistan
Tashkent will host the two friendlies.
As part of their preparations for the AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers, the India U-17 women’s team will play two friendly matches against Uzbekistan at the UFA National Football Centre in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on August 27 and 30, 2026. Both matches will be played behind closed doors.
The two outings will provide head coach Joakim Alexandersson an opportunity to assess the team ahead of the Qualifiers scheduled to take place from October 5 to 11. Blue Tigresses have been drawn in Group E alongside hosts Malaysia, Syria and Iraq.
Preparations underway for AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers
Regarding the friendly matches in Uzbekistan, AIFF Deputy Secretary General Mr. M Satyanarayan said.
“Last year, our U-17 Women’s team qualified for the AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup on merit for the first time and created history by reaching the quarter-finals.”
“We want to build on that momentum. It is important that the girls continue to get quality opposition in friendly matches, so they can keep developing, gain valuable experience and be better prepared for the qualifiers. Our aim is to qualify for the Asian Cup again and, hopefully, go one step further in next year’s tournament.”
India U-17 women’s friendlies in Tashkent:
- August 27: Uzbekistan vs India
- August 30: Uzbekistan vs India
- Venue: UFA National Football Centre, Tashkent
When will India U-17 women play Uzbekistan?
India will face Uzbekistan on August 27 and August 30, 2026. Both matches will be held at the UFA National Football Centre in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
Will the India vs Uzbekistan friendlies be open to spectators?
No. Both matches will be played behind closed doors.
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