Final test in Türkiye as India take on FK Csíkszereda Miercurea Ciuc

India’s final Tune-Up Before the Asian Challenge

The India women’s national team will look to put the finishing touches on their preparations when they face Romanian club FK Csíkszereda Miercurea Ciuc in their final friendly of the Türkiye tour. After a series of demanding outings against European opposition, this match offers India one last opportunity to sharpen combinations, assess match fitness, and build momentum ahead of the upcoming AFC Women’s Asian Cup.

Coming off a solid 2–0 victory over Zvezda-2005 Perm in their previous outing, India will aim to carry that momentum into one last competitive test, as the focus remains on fine-tuning tactics and building rhythm ahead of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup.

Stakes

FK Csíkszereda Miercurea Ciuc

For FK Csíkszereda Miercurea Ciuc, this fixture is more than just a routine friendly. With the SuperLiga Women’s Championship group stage set to begin shortly, the Romanian side will view this match as a crucial final rehearsal. It offers them a chance to fine-tune systems, test combinations under pressure, and ensure match sharpness before competitive football resumes.

The stakes are underlined by their recent form. Csíkszereda have won 4 of their last 5 matches, showcasing attacking fluency and consistency, and come into this game after scoring 12 goals in their most recent outing.

That momentum makes this a significant challenge for India, with the Romanian club expected to approach the contest with intensity and a clear focus on maintaining their winning rhythm.

India

For India, this match marks the conclusion of their Türkiye friendly tour, a phase that has been central to building match readiness ahead of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup. The encounter offers one final opportunity to assess tactical clarity, reinforce defensive structure, and sharpen attacking patterns against quality opposition before the focus shifts fully to continental competition.

Equally important is the chance to sustain the positive momentum built under head coach Amelia Valverde. The Blue Tigresses have shown growing confidence and cohesion during this tour, and a strong performance here would further underline the progress made under her guidance. As preparations near their end, India will be keen to ensure they carry belief, rhythm, and stability into the Asian Cup challenge.

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Predicted Lineups

FK Csíkszereda Miercurea Ciuc (4-3-3)

Balog Boglarka (GK), Szabova Sofia, Szoke Eszter, Balazs Eszter, Demeter Reka, Tanase Dorina, Ana Maria, Nyeki Anna, Nombot Natsi, Herczeg Andrea, Jehona Shala

India (4-2-3-1)

Panthoi Chanu (GK), Kiran Pisda, Shilky Devi, Ranjana Chanu, Martina Thokchom, Sangita Basfore, Ratanbala Devi, Priyadhashini Selladurai, Anju Tamang, Dangmei Grace, Pyari Xaxa

Head-to-Head Record

This will be the first meeting between both the sides.

Players to Watchout

Jehona Shala (FK Csíkszereda Miercurea Ciuc)

The spotlight will be firmly on Jehona Shala, the 24-year-old forward from Kosovo who has made an immediate impact since joining Csíkszereda in September 2025. Shala has been in prolific form for the Romanian club, scoring 9 goals in just 7 appearances, underlining her sharp finishing and attacking instinct.

At international level, she has also shown her quality, netting 4 goals in 6 appearances for the Kosovo national team. Her movement in the final third and eye for goal make her a constant threat, and India’s defense will need to stay alert to contain one of Csíkszereda’s most dangerous attacking outlets.

Anju Tamang (India)

For India, much of the attacking responsibility will rest on Anju Tamang, who has been among the goals during the ongoing Türkiye tour. Her pace, direct running, and sharp movement in the final third have made her a constant threat, allowing her to trouble defenses and capitalize on chances created in transition.

Beyond her scoring touch, Tamang’s high work rate and pressing from the front add balance to India’s attacking setup. As the Blue Tigresses look to finish their tour strongly, her form in front of goal and ability to exploit spaces against a well-organized Csíkszereda backline could prove decisive.

Match Details

The India vs FK Csíkszereda Miercurea Ciuc international friendly will be played on Saturday, February 7, 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 5:30 PM IST. The match is set to be held behind closed doors, and there will be no live telecast or streaming available for viewers.

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