The stage has been officially set for the Continent’s flagship women’s national team showpiece, following the conclusion of the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup Final Draw on Tuesday evening.Via AFC

It was a fascinating experience for Sangita Basfore, the pint-sized powerhouse of Indian women’s football, to represent the Blue Tigresses at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 draw in Sydney on Tuesday. They have been grouped with Japan, Vietnam and Chinese Taipei — all higher ranked teams — in Group C of the tournament next March.

Here is the Indian U20 women's team 23-member squad for AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, scheduled from August 6-10, 2025.