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India's U-17 Women's Team Eyes Historic Asian Cup Knockout Berth
7 May
Summary
- India's U-17 women's team plays Lebanon on Friday.
- Qualification for quarterfinals is possible with a win.
- India's qualification depends on goal difference and other matches.

India's U-17 women's team is set to play Lebanon on Friday in their concluding Group B match of the AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup 2026. The Young Tigresses have a clear path to potentially qualify for the quarterfinals.
Following defeats against stronger opponents like Australia and Japan, India's chance for a historic knockout stage berth now rests on securing a win against Lebanon. Their current position is one of the best third-placed teams, with a superior goal difference compared to other contenders.
India's qualification scenario also involves monitoring results from other groups, including a match between the Philippines and Chinese Taipei. Additionally, the outcome of a Group A fixture between Vietnam and Myanmar could influence India's standing in the last eight.