AFC U20 Asian Cup: India lose to Japan in opener – Highlights
By : The Bridge Desk
Update: 2026-04-02 12:30 GMT
2026-04-02 13:12 GMT
10' Japan scored the first goal via an own goal on a free kick deflection
India 0-1 Japan
Japan finds the opening goal via an unlucky deflection from Thoibisana's foot on Ota's off-target low header on a looping free-kick.
2026-04-02 12:40 GMT
Here is the Indian lineup for this opening fixture
Star defender Shubhangi Singh will lead the side, while Monalisha Moirangthem will be the goalkeeper for the side. Lhingdeikm, Sibani and Sulanjana Raul will be leading the Indian attack.
2026-04-02 12:30 GMT
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India Women will take on the heavyweights Japan in the opening fixture of the tournament.
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