This tournament represents a milestone for Indian football, as the nation hosts the group stage of this continental competition for the first time. For East Bengal, the stakes are high; a successful progression from the group stage would see them become the first Indian team to qualify for the quarter-finals of the AFC Women’s Champions League.
Building Momentum on the Continental Stage
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The side currently boasts an impressive eight-game unbeaten streak in international football, a run that includes their success in last year’s inaugural SAFF Women’s Club Championship in Kathmandu. Over this period, the team has been prolific in front of goal, netting 34 times while maintaining a clean sheet throughout the entire stretch.
Match Details and Viewing Information
Following their opening match against Ho Chi Minh City, East Bengal will continue their group stage schedule at the same venue. They are slated to face South Korean side Hwacheon KSPO WFC on November 4, followed by a final group clash against North Korea’s 4.25 SC on Saturday, November 7.
Fans looking to follow the action on Sunday can tune in to the match, which is scheduled to kick off at 8 pm IST. While there will be no live television broadcast for the fixture in India, supporters can access live coverage of the game through the FanCode app and website.