Brazil faces India in historic friendly match in Kolkata

Brazil is set to play India in an international friendly on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. India comes into the match seeking consistency after a mixed form, while Brazil aims to leverage its star-studded squad despite missing key players due to injuries. Indian head coach Khalid Jamil has a fully fit lineup, with veteran goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu set to earn his 90th cap. Brazil’s head coach Carlo Ancelotti is expected to field a strong team with a 4-3-3 formation, aiming to dominate possession. The match offers both teams an opportunity to test their performance against world-class opposition.

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