Welcome to the live coverage of the FIFA International Women’s Friendly match between India and Ukrainian side FC Metalist 1925 Kharkiv at the Emirhan Sport Centre in Turkiye on Sunday, January 18, 2026. The fixture marks the first of three friendlies that the Women in Blue will play against European clubs, ahead of their AFC Women’s Asian Cup. The 26-member squad will be boosted by the arrival of Costa Rica’s former national team coach Amelia Valverde, who has joined the Indian camp as a mentor. Follow the play-by-play updates from the India vs FC Metalist 1925 Kharkiv women’s friendly match right here.
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India vs Metalist 1925 Kharkiv LIVE Score, Women’s International Friendly: Metalist 1925 Kharkiv W Starting XI
India vs Metalist 1925 Kharkiv LIVE Score, Women’s International Friendly: India W Starting XI
India vs Metalist 1925 Kharkiv LIVE Score, Women’s International Friendly: Live Streaming
Although the match will take place behind closed doors, fans can watch the match live on FC Metalist 1925 Kharkiv's YouTube channel for free. You can also follow the India vs Metalist 1925 Kharkiv live score on Outlook India for free. Read our detailed live streaming guide.
India vs Metalist 1925 Kharkiv LIVE Score, Women’s International Friendly: India Squad
Some big names are missing from the 26-member squad chosen for the training camp. Soumya Guguloth and Karthika Agamuthu are out with injury issues. Manisha Kalyan, who recently signed for Peruvian side Alianza Lima, is also missing.
India vs Metalist 1925 Kharkiv LIVE Score, Women’s International Friendly: Match Details
Fixture: India W vs FC Metalist 1925 Kharkiv W
Series: FIFA International Women's Friendly
Venue: Arslan Zeki Demirci Sports Complex (Emirhan Sport Centre), Manavgat, Turkiye
Date: Sunday, January 18, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM IST
