India begins its fourth continental campaign of the year on Wednesday when it faces Australia in the AFC Under-17 Asian Cup 2026, at the King Abdullah Sports City Pitch C in Saudi Arabia.
The Blue Colts have been clubbed in Group D alongside only Australia and Uzbekistan, as DPR Korea, which was supposed to be the fourth team in the group, pulled out of the tournament just a few days ago.
While the team is facing three-time semifinalist Australia, the Blue Colts are focused on the task ahead.
“Australia are a strong side. They are physically good, organised, and play with high intensity. They are disciplined in their structure and dangerous in transitions. Our focus is on how we perform as a team,” said India head coach Bibiano Fernandes.
“The approach is to stay organised, be compact, and make good decisions on the ball. In the first game, it is important to be focused from the start and not lose concentration,” he said. “We want to play with clarity and take our chances when they come.”
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When is the India vs Australia AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 match?
The India vs Australia AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 match will kick off at 9:30pm IST at the King Abdullah Sports City Pitch C in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Wednesday.
Where to watch the India vs Australia AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 match LIVE?
The India vs Australia AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 match will be streamed on the Fancode platform.
Published on May 06, 2026