India face five-time world champions Brazil in a historic international friendly at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Saturday, October 3.

Kick-off is scheduled for 7:30 PM IST, with the fixture marking the first senior men’s international meeting between the two nations. Brazil are ranked fifth in the world, while India are 137th in the latest rankings.

Khalid Jamil’s India enter the contest after a 1-1 draw against Panama. The Blue Tigers are expected to prioritise defensive organisation and quick transitions against a Brazil side packed with attacking talent. Captain Gurpreet Singh Sandhu is set to make his 90th international appearance.

India team news: Jamil has a 26-member squad available, with Gurpreet expected to start in goal. Ryan Williams, Manvir Singh and Ashique Kuruniyan could provide the attacking threat, while Apuia and Anirudh Thapa are likely to anchor midfield.

Brazil arrive after a 1-1 draw and 4-2 win against Australia. However, Raphinha has left the camp after suffering a hamstring injury and will return to Barcelona. Carlo Ancelotti is expected to rotate his squad, with Vinicius Jr, Endrick and Estevao among the attacking options.

India vs Brazil Predicted Playing XI

India: Gurpreet; Abhishek Singh, Bijoy Varghese, Anwar Ali, Akash Mishra; Apuia, Thapa; Vikram Partap Singh, Ryan Williams, Ashique Kuruniyan; Manvir Singh.

Brazil: Hugo Souza; Matheuzinho, Marquinhos, Vitor Reis, Douglas Santos; Luiz, Andrey Santos; Estevao, Breno Bidon, Vinicius Jr; Endrick.

India vs Brazil Live Streaming and Telecast

The India vs Brazil match will be played at the Sony Sports network from 7:30 PM IST, while the live-streaming is available on the Sony LIV app and website.