India's football team prepared for an important Group B encounter against the Maldives in the 2026 SAFF Championship, with a place in the semifinals at stake. The defending champions entered the match after securing an impressive 3-2 victory over Pakistan in their opening fixture on November 5. The team, led by Under-23 coach Naushad Moosa, aimed to continue its positive start despite having a relatively young squad. The match was scheduled for November 11 at the National Stadium in Dhaka, Bangladesh. India's Qualification