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India takes on Japan in a crucial AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Group C clash in Perth. Follow our live blog for updates.
India vs Japan LIVE (Photo credit: AIFF)
India faces a stern test in Group C as the Blue Tigresses take on Asian powerhouse Japan in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 at the Perth Rectangular Stadium on Saturday at 4:30 PM IST.
India currently sits fourth in the group after suffering a narrow 1-2 defeat against Vietnam in their opening match. Meanwhile, Japan began their campaign with a solid 2-0 win over Chinese Taipei and currently leads the group with three points from one match.
Chinese Taipei and Vietnam both have three points from two matches, making India’s clash against Japan an important opportunity to stay in contention in the group.
Historically, Japan have enjoyed a dominant record against India. The most recent meeting came during the Olympic qualifiers in 2023, where Japan secured a 7-0 victory.
LIVE Updates:
Live Updates
- 7 March 2026 4:26 PM IST
National anthems underway!
The teams are out on the pitch at the Perth Rectangular Stadium as we approach kick-off. The national anthems are being played, with captains now preparing for the coin toss ahead of this Group C clash in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026.
- 7 March 2026 3:16 PM IST
What India need to do to reach the quarterfinals
India must first avoid conceding more than four goals against Japan today to keep their goal difference manageable. The Blue Tigresses then need to beat Chinese Taipei in their final group match.
India should also hope Japan score multiple goals against Vietnam, which could help the goal difference equation in Group C.
- 7 March 2026 3:15 PM IST
Welcome to our LIVE coverage of India vs Japan in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026!
Hello and welcome to our live blog as the Indian women’s national team takes on Japan in a crucial Group C clash in Perth. The Blue Tigresses are looking to bounce back after their narrow 2–1 defeat to Vietnam in the opening match, while Asian heavyweights Japan began their campaign with a comfortable 2–0 win over Chinese Taipei.
Stay with us for live updates, key moments, lineups, and match updates from the AFC Women’s Asian Cup clash between India and Japan.
Kick-off is coming up shortly at the Perth Rectangular Stadium.
