Brazil-India friendly match confirmed for Oct 3

In late July 2026 the Brazilian Football Confederation moved from exploratory talks to a concrete proposal for a senior‑team friendly in Kolkata, targeting 3 October at the 85,000‑seat Salt Lake Stadium. By 30 July the proposal was formally confirmed by both the All India Football Federation and the CBF. The fixture will be Brazil’s first senior match on Indian soil and pits the five‑time World Cup champion, ranked fifth globally, against the Indian national side – the highest‑ranked opponent India has faced since the FIFA rankings began. Officials highlighted the encounter as a historic moment for Indian football, and social‑media reaction has been enthusiastic, with expectations of a large, carnival‑like crowd at the stadium.

The match remains scheduled within the FIFA international window of 21 September–6 October, providing Brazil an opportunity for competitive preparation after its World Cup round‑of‑16 exit, while offering India a rare test against a top‑tier nation.