India has decided to withdraw from the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup, choosing instead to focus on an October international friendly against five-time world champions Brazil.
The decision comes as a result of India's commitment to a high-profile international friendly against five-time world champions Brazil (Image Source: X/@IndianFootball)
Aug 13, 2026
09:28 pm
What's the storyThe All India Football Federation (AIFF) has announced India's withdrawal from the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup.
The decision comes as a result of India's commitment to a high-profile international friendly against five-time world champions Brazil in October.
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