India lost 0-2 to Australia in the opening match of the 2026 AFC Under-17 Women’s Asian Cup at the Suzhou Taihu Football Sports on Saturday.
Theodora Joy found a way past the Indian defense from outside the penalty area in the first half, while Abhisha Basnett bundled the ball into her own net in the second half.
India will next take on Japan on May 5 before wrapping up the group stage against Lebanon on May 8.
More to follow
Published on May 2, 2026
