Experience the Thrill of Indian Football: Follow the action-packed 2023 schedule across all levels
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) are focused on ensuring that Indian football team is well represented in the international football stage in 2023 across all levels. Not just the Indian national football team (Men’s senior), but a lot of work is being done to ensure the women’s national team and the junior teams across both genders get ample playing time.
One of the AIFF’s major objectives for the near future is ensuring that as a whole, the Indian football fraternity is regularly playing matches. That’s why more tournaments are being organized for the national teams to take part in, while a number of Indian sides are vying to qualify for the major AFC competitions too.
Even though we are nearing the halfway point of 2023, there is still a lot of football to play for the Indian national team across different levels. Here we look at those matches that the India Men’s National, Women’s National, U-20 and U-17 teams will be taking part in for the next few months.
India Senior Men’s Team
Intercontinental Cup 2023
- India vs Mongolia – Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar (9 June, 19:30 IST) – Star Sports Network
- India vs Vanuatu – Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar (12 June, 19:30 IST) – Star Sports Network
- India vs Lebanon – Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar (15 June, 19:30 IST) – Star Sports Network
Asian Games, Hangzhou
- September 19: China vs India – Men’s Group A (17:00 IST, Hangzhou)
- September 21: India vs Bangladesh – Men’s Group A (13:30 IST, Xiaoshan)
- September 21: Chinese Taipei vs India – Women’s Group B (17:00 IST, Wenzhou)
- September 24: Myanmar vs India – Men’s Group A (17:00 IST, Xiaoshan)
- September 24: India vs Thailand – Women’s Group B (17:00 IST, Wenzhou)
AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers
The AFC Asian Cup is another major tournament where India aims to make its presence felt. The Asian Cup is a platform for Asian football teams to compete at the highest level, and India is determined to qualify for the next edition. Fans can look forward to intense battles as India faces off against formidable opponents from across the continent.
Indian Super League (ISL)
The ISL has played a pivotal role in the growth of football in India. With each passing season, the league has attracted global talent, improved infrastructure, and increased viewership. The upcoming ISL promises to be an action-packed affair, with clubs like Bengaluru FC, Mumbai City FC, and ATK Mohun Bagan boasting strong squads and passionate fan bases.
AFC Cup Matches
Indian clubs participating in the AFC Cup, the second-tier club competition in Asia, are set to compete on the continental stage. Clubs like FC Goa and ATK Mohun Bagan have previously represented India in this competition, and their matches promise exciting football action. The experience gained by Indian clubs in the AFC Cup will be instrumental in their growth and development.Friendlies and Exhibition Matches
Besides the competitive fixtures, Indian football fans can also look forward to friendly matches and exhibition games featuring international teams. These matches not only provide an opportunity for Indian players to test their skills against higher-ranked teams but also serve as a means to promote football culture in the country.
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