1st match · India Women vs Russia Women
Kishore Bharati Krirangan · Kolkata
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India Women vs Russia Women 2026: results 0–4 and 0–8
INDIA WOMEN vs RUSSIA WOMEN · RESULTS
India Women lost the two Kolkata friendlies against Russia on 8 and 11 October 2026, by 0–4 and 0–8. Both official results and scorers from AIFF.
Completed · Russia won both friendlies
Last checked: October 13, 2026, 22:36 IST
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WHAT CHANGED
AIFF confirmed India's 0–4 defeat on 8 October and 0–8 defeat on 11 October. Both were senior women's international friendlies at Kishore Bharati Krirangan.
- Status
- Completed · Russia won both friendlies
- Dates
- October 8–11, 2026
- Venue
- Kishore Bharati Krirangan
Matches
Match schedule
2nd match · India Women vs Russia Women
Kishore Bharati Krirangan · Kolkata
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Current status
What has been officially confirmed
The key facts from verified sources.
First friendly · 8 October: India 0–4 Russia
Russia defeated India 4–0 at Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. Iana Sheina, Kira Petukhova (twice) and Iana Svistunova scored. AIFF confirmed the final result.
Second friendly · 11 October: India 0–8 Russia
AIFF confirmed Russia won the second game 8–0 in Kolkata. Darina Ishmukhametova, Marine Achoian and Natalia Mashina scored twice each.
First games since the SAFF title
These are India's first internationals since winning the SAFF title in June 2026.
FIFA rankings
According to AIFF, India are ranked 69th and Russia 27th in the FIFA women's ranking.
Russia's first visit since 1994
Russia women last visited India in 1994.
India camp
India's preparatory camp began on 18 September at the AIFF National Centre of Excellence. Nandini and Sibani Devi Nongmeikapam are in the camp and hoping to make their senior debuts.
Still to be announced
AIFF has not yet confirmed kick-off times, ticketing, broadcast details or the final match squad. This page will be updated once they are official.
Sources:
AIFF — Russia win second Kolkata friendly 8–0www.the-aiff.com ↗AIFF — Russia win first Kolkata friendly 4–0www.the-aiff.com ↗AIFF — Blue Tigresses to make historic Kolkata debut against Russiawww.the-aiff.com ↗AIFF — Nandini, Sibani eye senior team debuts as Blue Tigresses gear up for Russia testwww.the-aiff.com ↗
Timeline
Event timeline
Both Kolkata friendlies completed: Russia win 4–0 and 8–0
AIFF confirmed India's 0–4 defeat on 8 October and 0–8 defeat on 11 October. Both were senior women's international friendlies at Kishore Bharati Krirangan.
Source ↗Nandini and Sibani in camp, eyeing senior debuts
AIFF reported that India's camp began on 18 September at the AIFF National Centre of Excellence, with Nandini and Sibani Devi Nongmeikapam among those hoping to make their senior debuts against Russia.
Source ↗AIFF confirms India women vs Russia women in Kolkata
AIFF announced two friendlies against Russia on 8 and 11 October 2026 at Kishore Bharati Krirangan — the first India women's internationals ever held in Kolkata.
Source ↗FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What were the India Women vs Russia Women scores?
On 8 October India lost 0–4 to Russia; on 11 October India lost 0–8. Both games were played in Kolkata, verified by AIFF.
When is India women vs Russia women in 2026?
The two friendlies are on 8 October and 11 October 2026.
Where are the India vs Russia women's matches being played?
Both matches are at Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Is this the first time India women play an international in Kolkata?
Yes. AIFF says these are the first-ever India women's internationals in Kolkata. The team last played in West Bengal in 2016.
What are India's and Russia's FIFA rankings?
According to AIFF, India are ranked 69th and Russia 27th.
What is the kick-off time and where can I watch?
AIFF has not yet announced kick-off times or broadcast details. We will add them once they are officially confirmed.
Has India named the squad for the Russia matches?
Not yet. The camp began on 18 September at the AIFF National Centre of Excellence, and Nandini and Sibani Devi Nongmeikapam are among the players hoping for senior debuts. The final squad has not been announced.
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