India prepares for a historic football clash against Brazil in Kolkata. With a massive FIFA ranking gap (5th vs 138th), Coach Khalid Jamil and players focus on resilience and fan support.
India lost 1-6 to Uruguay in a Kolkata friendly on 6 Oct 2026. Despite the score, Anirudh Thapa made history as only the second Indian to score against Uruguay in a senior international.
East Bengal FC secured a 3-1 comeback win against Calcutta Customs Club in their IFA Shield opener on Sept 24, 2026, while rivals Mohun Bagan SG dominated with a 6-0 victory.
Bengaluru FC opened the MG ISL 2026-27 season with a 3-2 win over Sporting Club Delhi. The season marks the return of the full home-and-away format and a clash of experience vs youth.
Nebojša Kosović trended in India after signing for Kerala Blasters in October 2026 and debuting in a 2–0 win over Inter Kashi on 11 October. His career, trophies and what the move means.
India lost 1-6 to Uruguay in a Kolkata friendly on 6 October 2026. Anirudh Thapa's 22nd-minute equaliser made him only the second Indian to score against Uruguay, before a lightning delay and a second-half collapse.
India lost 1-6 to Uruguay in a Kolkata friendly on October 6, 2026. Anirudh Thapa's historic equaliser, a lightning delay and a second-half collapse — full recap and context.
India drew 1-1 with Panama in Bengaluru on 25 September 2026, with Ryan Williams’ first‑half goal cancelled by Valencia’s long‑range equaliser, setting up Brazil and Uruguay friendlies.
East Bengal trended in India on 16-17 September 2026 after a 2-2 draw away to Jordan's Al Hussein in the club's AFC Champions League Two debut — a first point earned with a mostly Indian squad.