India Women’s Football Team take on Zvezda-2005 Perm in Türkiye

India won their last game against Hertha BSC

The India senior women’s national football team continue their preparations for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia as they face Zvezda-2005 Perm in an international friendly in Antalya, Türkiye on Tuesday, February 4. The Blues won their last friendly against Hertha BSC Frauen with a scoreline of 1-0

The fixture is part of India’s Türkiye tour, which has already given the Blue Tigresses valuable exposure against strong continental opponents and different playing styles ahead of the continental showpiece in March.

Stakes

Zvezda-2005 Perm

Zvezda-2005 Perm are one of the more experienced clubs in Russian women’s football and regularly compete in the country’s top division. As they gear up for the upcoming domestic season, the Russian side are using these friendlies to build rhythm and sharpness.

Known for their physical approach and structured defending, Zvezda are expected to provide India with another stern test, particularly in midfield battles and aerial duels.

India

India will be keen to keep their positive momentum going after an impressive 1–0 victory over Hertha BSC Frauen, a result that lifted confidence within the camp and underlined the progress being made during the European tour. Another strong performance against Zvezda-2005 Perm would further reinforce the Blue Tigresses’ growing belief as they continue to fine-tune their game.

With the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 fast approaching, every minute on the pitch is crucial. These friendlies are less about the scoreline and more about sharpening tactical awareness, building rhythm, and testing combinations under match pressure.

For India, the fixture offers a valuable opportunity to assess their readiness and carry forward the momentum at a decisive stage of their Asian Cup preparations.

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Predicted Lineups

Zvezda-2005 Perm (4-2-3-1)

Shirokova (GK), Shakhova, Asadova, Maher, Nurgalieva, Bysik, Solovyova, Ray, Pervushina, Sergevchik, Kurochkina

India (4-2-3-1)

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

Head-to-Head Record

This will be the first meeting between both the sides.

Players to Watchout

Olesya Kurochkina (Zvezda-2005-Perm)

Veteran striker Olesya Kurochkina remains a major threat despite being 42 years old, thanks to her vast experience and natural goal-scoring instinct. A proven finisher, Kurochkina has 167 career goals to her name and knows exactly how to punish even the smallest defensive lapse.

She has also represented the Russian national team 51 times, underlining her pedigree at the highest level. Clever movement inside the box and a calm presence in front of goal make her a dangerous opponent, and India’s defense will need to stay alert whenever the ball comes her way.

Grace Dangmei (India)

Grace Dangmei will be one to keep an eye on for the Blue Tigresses. The experienced forward has been in fine touch during the Türkiye tour and was the match-winner against Hertha BSC Frauen, showing her sharp movement and ability to make the difference in tight games.

Her pace, work rate and eye for goal make her a constant threat in transition, and India will look to her once again to lead the attack and test Zvezda-2005 Perm’s organized defense.

Telecast Details

The India vs Zvezda-2005 Perm international friendly will be played on Tuesday, February 4 (2026). The match is scheduled to kick off at 5:30 PM IST and is expected to be a closed-door friendly, with no live telecast or streaming available.

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