India vs Bhutan Live: Follow SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 Semi-final Live
India look to take a step closer to securing the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 title when they face Bhutan in the semifinal clash on Wednesday (3 June 2026) at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Goa.
The Blue Tigresses aim to maintain their perfect winning record in the tournament so far with another big win, but they should expect a stern challenge against the determined Bhutan side aiming to pop a major surprise.
The Stakes
India
India look extremely determined to end their seven-year drought when it comes to the SAFF Women’s Championship – which they haven’t won in the post-Covid-19 era.
The Blue Tigresses absolutely dominated the group stage matches with an 11-0 thrashing of Maldives and a 3-0 win over defending champions Bangladesh, asserting their intentions of dominating their way to the title.
However, they now face a different threat in Bhutan that has only conceded one goal in the tournament so far.
Crispin Chettri needs his players to maintain utmost concentration for this game, and he cannot allow them to slack off. He must ensure they play with their 100% determination levels and be innovative with attacking moves to put on a show.
A thrilling win for India will definitely raise their self-belief to win the title, but going out of the tournament by losing to Bhutan would be extremely embarrassing.
Bhutan
Bhutan have done a pretty good job at making the semifinal of their third straight SAFF Women’s Championship, but now they face a prominent threat against the odds.
The Dragon Ladies have done well to score four goals and only concede one in the SAFF Women’s Championship, showing a lot of defensive grit and ability to absorb pressure really well.
However, they’ll need to be at their absolute defensive best in the upcoming clash – working hard on closing down space for the Indian attackers and defending as a unit to trouble them.
A potential win for Bhutan would mark their biggest result in their participation at the SAFF Women’s Championship, while another thrashing to India can really diminish their spirits.
Team News
Manisha Kalyan could be in the Indian squad for this game as she has joined the team after missing the group stage matches. However, it is likely that she will be rested.
Kim Tae-In should have the same squad at his disposal as he did in the first two matches of the group.
Head-to-Head Record
Matches Played – 2
India wins – 2
Bhutan wins – 0
Draws – 0
Predicted Lineups
India (4-2-3-1):
Panthoi Chanu (GK), Purnima Kumari, Nirmala Devi, Shilky Devi, Jasoda Munda, Sangita Basfore, Aveka Singh, Soumya Guguloth, Sanfida Nongrum, Astam Oraon, Pyari Xaxa
Bhutan (4-2-3-1):
Sangita Monger (GK), Dorji Edon, Sonam Choden, Suk Maya Ghalley, Kelzang Wangmo, Pema Tshering, Tshering Yangden, Tshering Lhaden, Namgyel Dema, Yeshey Bidha, Deki Lhazom
Telecast Details
The SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 semifinal between India and Bhutan will take place on Wednesday (3 June 2026) at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Goa.
It will kick off at 8 PM IST. The match will be live streamed on FanCode.
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