IND vs CHN AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup Quarterfinal: India Eye Historic FIFA World Cup Qualification

India women’s national under-17 football team stand on the brink of history as they prepare to face China women’s national under-17 football team in the quarterfinals of the AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup on Monday, May 11.

A victory in the knockout clash would secure India’s first-ever FIFA World Cup qualification on merit at any level in women’s football.

India One Win Away from Historic FIFA World Cup Spot

India previously participated in:

• the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup
• the 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup

However, both appearances came as tournament hosts.

This time, the Young Tigresses have a chance to qualify through performance — a milestone achievement for Indian football.

Coached by Pamela Conti, India advanced to the knockout stage after finishing third in their group and qualifying as the second-best third-placed side.

India’s crucial victory against Lebanon women’s national under-17 football team in the final group-stage match sealed their qualification.

Meanwhile, China have looked dominant throughout the tournament:

• Defeated Myanmar 6-0
• Beat Vietnam 3-0
• Thrashed Thailand 6-0

The Chinese side finished top of Group A without conceding a goal.

Pamela Conti Praises Team’s Achievement

She added:

IND vs CHN AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup Quarterfinal: Match Details

When is the India vs China AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup quarterfinal?

The match will be played on Monday, May 11, 2026.

What time does the match start?

Kick-off is scheduled for 5:00 PM IST.

Where is the match being played?

The quarterfinal will take place at:
Suzhou Sports Centre Stadium

IND vs CHN Live Streaming Details

Where to watch India vs China AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup on TV in India?

The match will not be telecast on television in India.

Where to watch India vs China AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup online in India?

Fans can watch the match live on the official AFC Asian Cup YouTube channel.

Why This Match Is Historic for India

This quarterfinal is one of the biggest matches in Indian women’s youth football history.

A win against China would:

• Send India into the semifinals
• Secure qualification for the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup
• Mark India’s first-ever football World Cup qualification on merit in women’s football