Indian Women's Football Team Set to Compete in FIFA Series 2026 in Kenya

Indian Women's Team to Compete in FIFA Series 2026 in Kenya

The senior women's football team from India is gearing up to participate in the FIFA Series 2026, scheduled to take place in Kenya during the April FIFA International Women's Match Window. As per the announcement, the Blue Tigresses will go head-to-head with the host nation, Kenya, in the semi-final on April 11 at 20:30 IST. The other semi-final will feature Australia facing Malawi earlier that same day at 16:30 IST.

Tournament Structure and Location

The winners and losers of the semi-finals will meet in the final and the third-place match, respectively, on April 15. In the event of a draw during any match, a penalty shootout will determine the winner without any extra time. All matches are set to be held at the Nyayo National Stadium located in Nairobi.

Team Rankings and Participants

Among the four teams participating, India holds the second-highest position in the FIFA world rankings at 67th. Australia is ranked 15th, while the African teams, Kenya and Malawi, are positioned at 133rd and 153rd, respectively.

Overview of the FIFA Series

Initiated in 2024, the FIFA Series is an international friendly tournament that brings together national teams from various confederations. The aim of the FIFA Series is to promote meaningful friendly matches between teams that typically do not compete against each other. According to FIFA, the ultimate goal is to enhance international football interactions and contribute significantly to the development of global football.

Match Schedule for FIFA Series 2026 in Kenya

FIFA Series 2026 Kenya Match Schedule:
Semi-final 1: 16:30 IST, April 11 - Australia vs Malawi
Semi-final 2: 20:30 IST, April 11 - Kenya vs India
Third-place match: 16:30 IST, April 15
Final: 20:30 IST, April 15
Venue: Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi, Kenya.