India will play in the CAFA Nations Cup 2025, a regional football tournament hosted in Uzbekistan and Tajikistan from August 29 to September 8, 2025. This is India’s first appearance in the event as a guest team.
The Blue Tigers have been placed in Group B with Tajikistan, Iran, and Afghanistan. All of India’s matches will take place at the Hisor Central Stadium, Tajikistan.
India’s Fixtures at CAFA Nations Cup 2025
- India vs Tajikistan — August 29, 2025 | 9:00 PM IST | Hisor Central Stadium
- India vs Iran — September 1, 2025 | 5:30 PM IST | Hisor Central Stadium
- India vs Afghanistan — September 4, 2025 | 5:30 PM IST | Hisor Central Stadium
The group winners will advance to the final on September 8, while the second-placed teams will play for third place on the same day.
Group Stage Overview
- Group A: Uzbekistan, Kyrgyz Republic, Turkmenistan, Oman
- Group B: India, Tajikistan, Iran, Afghanistan
The top teams from each group will fight for the title on September 8, 2025.
Where to Watch CAFA Nations Cup 2025 Live in India?
India’s matches at the CAFA Nations Cup 2025 will be available for live streaming on the FanCode app and website. No TV broadcast has been confirmed.
India Football Team Squad for CAFA Nations Cup 2025
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has named the following 23-member squad:
- Goalkeepers: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Amrinder Singh, Hrithik Tiwari
- Defenders: Rahul Bheke, Naorem Roshan Singh, Anwar Ali, Sandesh Jhingan, Chinglensana Singh Konsham, Hmingthanmawia Ralte, Muhammed Uvais, Nikhil Prabhu
- Midfielders: Suresh Singh Wangjam, Danish Farooq Bhat, Thounaojam Jeakson Singh, Boris Singh Thangjam, Ashique Kuruniyan
- Forwards: Udanta Singh Kumam, Naorem Mahesh Singh, Irfan Yadwad, Manvir Singh (Jr), Jithin MS, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Vikram Partap Singh
New Era Under Khalid Jamil
This tournament marks the first assignment for Khalid Jamil as head coach of the Indian national team. The competition provides an early test against Central Asian opposition.
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