India finished third in the four-team FIFA Series 2026 tournament after beating Malawi 3-2 in the third play-off at the Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi, on Wednesday.
Substitute Priyadharshini Selladurai struck the decisive blow in the 84th minute to secure the win for the Blue Tigresses. Aveka Singh (45+1′) and Astam Oraon were the other scorers for the Indians.
Ireen Khumalo and Deborah Henry scored for Malawi, which is ranked 153rd in FIFA’s live rankings.
Earlier in the competition, India had lost 0-2 to Kenya in the semi-finals.
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Published on April 15, 2026

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