India vs Brazil Football Match Today: Check Time, Venue, Live Streaming and More
India and Brazil are set to face each other for the first time in an senior international football match. Check the match details, squads and live streaming information.
India and Brazil are set to meet for the first time in an international football match on Saturday, October 3. The historic clash is part of the FIFA International Friendlies 2026 and will take place at the Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan, Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata.
In their first FIFA friendly match of the year, India played out a 1-1 draw against Panama in an outstanding effort and will now look to put up another strong performance against Brazil.
FIFA friendlies are international football matches played between different countries outside major tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup or UEFA European Championship.
These matches provide teams with an opportunity to gain more international exposure and compete against teams from different levels.
India vs Brazil Match Details
The iconic match will start at 7:30 PM IST (2:00 PM GMT). Below are the key details of the India vs Brazil match.
| Details | Information |
| Fixture | India vs Brazil |
| Match Type | FIFA International Friendly |
| Date | Saturday, October 3, 2026 |
| Kick-off Time | 7:30 PM IST (2:00 PM GMT) |
| Venue | Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata |
| FIFA Ranking | Brazil: 5th, India: 138th |
Brazil are 5 time World champions and will enter the match after their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign ended in the Round of 16. Brazil suffered a 2-1 defeat against Norway. Neymar announced his retirement from international football after the defeat.
Complete India and Brazil Football Team Squads
India Football Team Squad
Goalkeepers: Albino Gomes, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Prabhsukhan Singh Gill, Som Kumar
Defenders: Abhishek Singh Tekcham, Akash Mishra, Anwar Ali, Bijoy Varghese, Hmingthanmawia Ralte, Jay Gupta, Pramveer, Ricky Meetei Haobam
Midfielders: Anirudh Thapa, Ashique Kuruniyan, Farukh Choudhary, Lalengmawia Ralte, Macarton Nickson, Mohammed Sanan, Ricky Shabong, Sahal Abdul Samad
Forwards: Edmund Lalrindika, Irfan Yadwad, Manvir Singh, Rahim Ali, Ryan Williams, Vikram Partap Singh
Head Coach: Khalid Jamil
Brazil Football Team Squad
Goalkeepers: Hugo Souza, Pedro Morisco, Otavio
Defenders: Arthur Dias, Douglas Santos, Gabriel Magalhaes, Jair Cunha, Marquinhos, Matheuzinho, Mauro Junior, Vitor Reis, Wesley
Midfielders: Andrey Santos, Breno Bidon, Bruno Guimaraes, Danilo Santos, Douglas Luiz, Gabriel Bontempo
Forwards: Endrick, Estevao, Joao Pedro, Pedro, Raphinha, Rayan, Samuel Lino, Vinicius Junior
Head Coach: Carlo Ancelotti
Where to Watch India vs Brazil Football Match Live
The India vs Brazil football match will start at 7:30 PM IST (2:00 PM GMT).
Fans in India can watch the match live on the Sony Sports Network, while live streaming will be available on the SonyLIV app and website.
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