India meet New Zealand at Go Media Stadium in Auckland on Thursday in the first of two friendlies
The matches mark 100 years of sporting connection between India and New Zealand
Khalid Jamil has named a much-changed India squad for the international window
India will take on New Zealand in an international friendly at Go Media Stadium in Auckland on Thursday, in the first of two matches between the sides in this international window.
The two friendlies mark 100 years of connection between India and New Zealand through sport. The Auckland game opens that short series and gives both teams a fresh test in the current window.
Khalid Jamil has picked a much-changed India squad for the friendlies. The changes come after the last window, when India faced Panama, Brazil and Uruguay.
One big call stands out.
Captain and senior goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu has been left out of the squad.
Jamil has also brought in fresh names.
Som Kumar, Ricky Meetei Haobam, Lalremtluanga Fanai and Tomba Singh Haobam have all earned call-ups.
SAFF Championship Call-Ups
Three players have joined late. Bijoy Varghese, Muhammad Suhail and Liston Colaco have left the ongoing SAFF Championship to link up with the senior team for the two friendlies.
That move comes with India fielding a second-string side at the SAFF Championship. The senior squad now gets added depth ahead of the New Zealand matches.
World Ranking Gap
The rankings show the gap. India are ranked 138 in the world, while New Zealand are 88th.
All You Need To Know About India Vs New Zealand FIFA International Friendly Match
When and Where Will the India vs New Zealand FIFA International Friendly Match Take Place?
The FIFA International Friendly match between India Vs New Zealand will be played at the Go Media Stadium in Auckland on Thursday (November 12).
What Time Will India vs New Zealand FIFA International Friendly Match Begin?
The FIFA International Friendly Match between India and New Zealand is scheduled to start at 11:40 AM IST.
Which TV Channel Will Telecast India vs New Zealand FIFA International Friendly Match?
The FIFA International Friendly Match between India Vs New Zealand will not be telecast on any television channel in India.
How Can Fans Watch the India vs New Zealand FIFA International Friendly Match Online in India?
The FIFA International Friendly Match between India Vs New Zealand will be streamed live in India on FIFA+ via DAZN from 11:40 AM onward
