PremiumIndia vs Kuwait, 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: When and where to watch IND vs KUW on OTT in India
The Indian men's football team will commence their journey in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers with a challenging away match against Kuwait.
Last Updated: 05.12 PM, Nov 16, 2023
The 2nd Round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers kicks off today (November 16) with an anticipated match between India and Kuwait. The Indian football team, ranked 102nd globally, faces off against Kuwait, ranked 136th at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium.
Under the coaching of Igor Stimac, the team has encountered challenges, including disappointing performances in the King's Cup and Merdeka Tournament. Their last victory was in July during the SAFF Championship 2023 final against Kuwait, securing the title in a penalty shootout at Bengaluru's Sree Kanteerava Stadium.
While the Indian men's national football team has made four appearances in the Olympic Games, they have never qualified for the main draw of the FIFA World Cup.
The team has also participated in the AFC Asian Cup four times — 1964, 1984, 2011, and 2019 — and has qualified for the 2023 tournament in Qatar. India's best finish in the AFC Asian Cup was in 1964 when they secured a position behind champions Israel.
All you need to know about India vs Kuwait, 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers live streaming and broadcast:
When will the India vs Kuwait match be played in the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers?
The India vs Kuwait match will be played on Thursday, November 16 at 10 PM (IST).
Where will the India vs Kuwait match be played?
The India vs Kuwait match will be played at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium, Kuwait City.
Where can you watch the live telecast of India Vs Kuwait?
The India vs Kuwait match will be telecast on the Sony Ten Sports 2 TV channel in India.
Where can you livestream India vs Kuwait FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying match?
The India vs Kuwait match will be live-streamed on the Sony LIV app and website.
Indian Football Team squad:
Goalkeepers: Amrinder Singh, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Vishal Kaith.
Defenders: Akash Mishra, Lalchungnunga, Mehtab Singh, Nikhil Poojary, Rahul Bheke, Roshan Singh, Sandesh Jhingan, Subhasish Bose.
Midfielders: Anirudh Thapa, Brandon Fernandes, Glan Martins, Apuia Ralte, Liston Colaco, Mahesh Singh Naorem, Nandhakumar Sekar, Rohit Kumar, Sahal Abdul Samad, Suresh Singh Wangjam, Udanta Singh.
Forwards: Ishan Pandita, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Manvir Singh, Rahul KP, Sunil Chhetri, Vikram Partap Singh.