India will face Brazil in an international friendly on October 3, 2026, at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium. The match, featuring stars like Vinicius Junior and Marquinhos, will be live-streamed on SonyLIV and telecast on Sony Sports Network. Kick-off is at 7:30 PM IST, with India aiming to challenge the five-time world champions after a draw with Panama.
A team ranked 138th in the world is about to share a pitch with the fifth-ranked side, and five-time world champions at that. Yes, India is set to play Brazil in a friendly soccer match. Carlo Ancelotti's squad includes Vinicius Junior, Endrick, and Marquinhos captains the side. Khalid Jamil's Blue Tigers arrive with some belief after a 1-1 draw with 44th-ranked Panama. Here is everything you need to know about the India vs Brazil live streaming on how to watch the international friendly match live on TV and online plus match date, time, venue, squads and key team news.
You can catch the India vs Brazil live streaming on Sony Sports Network in India. Current listings specify Sony Sports 2, Sony Sports 3, Sony Sports 4 and Sony Aath among the television channels carrying the fixture
India vs Brazil live streaming online will be available on SonyLIV. SonyLIV's official listing for India's 2026 international friendlies includes the Brazil fixture in Kolkata, confirming the platform as the online destination for the match.
The India vs Brazil friendly is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. Kick-off is set for 7:30 PM IST. The venue is officially known as the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan.
India: Khalid Jamil has named a 26-player squad. Captain and goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu is set to win his 90th international cap. The group also includes Anwar Ali, Bijoy Varghese, Akash Mishra, Anirudh Thapa, Sahal Abdul Samad, Ashique Kuruniyan, Manvir Singh, Vikram Partap Singh and Ryan Williams.
Players to watch:
Ryan Williams: He gave India the lead against Panama in the first half, and the attack will look to him again.
Manvir Singh: His pace could stretch Brazil's defence and open space for Williams.
Brazil: Carlo Ancelotti's squad features Vinicius Junior, Endrick, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhaes and Bruno Guimaraes. Estevao, Rayan, Pedro and Samuel Lino also add attacking depth. Raphinha has withdrawn with a thigh injury, so he will not play in Kolkata.
| Match Details | India vs Brazil |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs Brazil International Friendly |
| Date | Saturday, October 3, 2026 |
| Kick-off Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata |
| Official Venue Name | Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan |
| Live Streaming | SonyLIV |
| TV Telecast | Sony Sports Network |
| India Captain | Gurpreet Singh Sandhu |
| Brazil Captain | Marquinhos |
| India Coach | Khalid Jamil |
| Brazil Coach | Carlo Ancelotti |
When and where will the India vs Brazil match take place?
The FIFA international friendly between India and Brazil will be played at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
What time will the India vs Brazil international friendly begin?
The India vs Brazil match is scheduled to kick off at 7:30 PM IST.
Which TV channel will telecast the India vs Brazil match in India?
The India vs Brazil international friendly will be telecast live on the Sony Sports Network channels in India.
How can fans watch India vs Brazil live streaming online in India?
Fans in India can watch India vs Brazil live streaming on the SonyLIV app and website from 7:30 PM IST onwards.