India U-17 Teams Face Tough Challenge in AFC Asian Cup 2026 Group Draw
India’s U-17 men’s and women’s football teams have been drawn into challenging groups for the AFC Asian Cup 2026, facing strong opponents like Japan.
India U-17 Teams Face Tough Challenge in AFC Asian Cup 2026 Group Draw
India U-17 Teams Face Tough Challenge in AFC Asian Cup 2026 Group Draw
India’s Under-17 men’s and women’s football teams have been handed demanding group-stage
assignments in the AFC Asian Cup 2026 , following the official draw held on
Wednesday. Both squads are set to face some of Asia’s strongest youth sides, setting the
stage for a stern test of India’s emerging football talent.
Women’s U-17 Team Drawn in Group B
The Indian women’s U-17 team has been placed in Group B of the
AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026 , alongside heavyweights Japan and
Australia, as well as Lebanon. The tournament marks India’s second appearance in the
competition since their debut in 2005.
India will open their campaign against Australia, a side known for its physical strength
and structured youth development. Matches against Japan, one of Asia’s most successful
women’s football nations, are expected to be particularly challenging.
Men’s U-17 Side Faces D…
