Indian senior women's team to play Kenya in April

The Blue Tigresses will be participating in a FIFA Women’s Series in Kenya, Africa.

Indian women’s football team will look to move on quickly from a difficult AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 campaign as they prepare for the FIFA Women’s Series in Kenya. The invitational tournament will take place at the Nyayo National Stadium and feature four teams: India, Kenya, Australia, and Malawi.

The competition will follow a knockout format. On April 11, Australia will face Malawi at 4:30 PM IST. Later in the day, India will take on hosts Kenya at 7:30 PM IST. Based on the results, teams will then play either the final or the third-place match on April 15. A win will send the Blue Tigresses to the final, while a loss will place them in the third-place playoff.

This tournament comes at an important time for Blue Tigresses. The team struggled in the Asian Cup and exited the group stage after three losses. They also conceded heavily, which exposed defensive issues. However, the Kenya tour now gives them a chance to regroup and respond on the pitch. Matches against physically strong sides will test their structure and discipline.

Fixtures in FIFA Women’s Series in Kenya

April 11: Australia vs Malawi – 4:30 PM IST (Nyayo National Stadium, Kenya)

April 11: Kenya vs India – 7:30 PM IST (Nyayo National Stadium, Kenya)

April 15: Final / Third-place match – Time TBD (Nyayo National Stadium, Kenya)

India to host SAFF Women’s Championship 2026

India will host the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 in Goa from May 25 to June 7. The tournament will feature seven teams from South Asia, including Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, the Maldives, and Bhutan. The competition remains a key platform for regional dominance and player development.

India have a strong record in this tournament. They have won five titles and built a reputation as a dominant force in South Asia. However, the challenge has grown in recent years. Bangladesh have won the last two editions and now arrive as defending champions.

Amelia Valverde likely to continue as India coach

Amelia Valverde is expected to continue as head coach despite the recent Asian Cup setback. She took charge shortly before the tournament, so the federation views her stint as incomplete. As a result, officials are willing to give her more time to implement her ideas.

She will soon submit a detailed report on the Asian Cup campaign. This report will focus on tactical gaps, player performances, and areas that need urgent improvement. The AIFF technical committee, will review the document before making a final decision.

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