Archive · 31 Jul 2026
India to Host Brazil in Historic Kolkata Friendly
India will play a big football game against Brazil on October 3 in Kolkata.
Brazil is one of the best teams in the world, while India is still learning.
This is the first time Brazil will play in India, so many fans are excited.
The game will help India practice against a very strong opponent.
It is a special moment for both countries and their fans.
India will host Brazil on Oct 3 at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata.
Brazil is ranked 5th in FIFA; India 138th.
This is the first time Brazil plays on Indian soil.
Brazil uses the match as part of its preparation for 2028 Copa America and 2030 World Cup.
AIFF and CBF highlight the historic significance and strong fan support.
- Who
- India national football team and Brazil national football team
- What
- International friendly match
- When
- October 3, 2024
- Where
- Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata, India
- Why
- Historic first match for Brazil in India and a chance for India to test itself against a top-ranked team
- Date
- October 3, 2024
- Venue
- Salt Lake Stadium (Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan)
- Teams
- India vs Brazil
- FIFA Ranking (Brazil)
- 5th
- FIFA Ranking (India)
- 138th
- Significance
- First time Brazil plays on Indian soil
Sources
India to host five-time world champions Brazil in historic football friendly on October 3
Brazil To Face India in Historic Football Friendly in Kolkata on October 3
Brazil to play India in Calcutta, historic football friendly set for Salt Lake Stadium - Telegraph India