The Indian women's national football team, the Blue Tigresses, will face Russia in their second friendly match on Sunday at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. The team aims to improve their performance after a 0-4 defeat in the opening match.
According to Telangana Today, defender Juli Kishan and debutant Babysana Devi Thingbaijam emphasized better finishing and execution, while coach Crispin Chettri accepted responsibility for the defeat.
The match will kick off at 6 pm IST and will be streamed live on the Indian Football YouTube channel, as reported by Telangana Today.
Thursday's match marked the Indian women's national team's first-ever international fixture in Kolkata, Telangana Today stated. The Blue Tigresses matched the visitors for much of the first half before Russia eventually pulled ahead.
Despite the result, Juli Kishan identified the first-half chances created by Malavika O, Lynda Kom Serto, Sanfida Nongrum, and Juli herself as one of the major positives from the opening match, according to Telangana Today.
Football enthusiasts in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana can watch this match live on the Indian Football YouTube channel, providing an opportunity to support the Indian women's team.
