India now know their route at the SAFF Championship 2026, with the defending champions placed in Group B alongside Maldives and Pakistan. The regional tournament will be held in Dhaka from November 4 to 17, giving India a clear schedule as they begin the push for a record 10th title.
The group-stage draw sets up a familiar South Asian challenge for India, who will open their campaign against Maldives on November 5. That first match could be important in shaping momentum early in the competition, especially with Pakistan also part of the same group.
For India, the SAFF Championship 2026 brings both pressure and opportunity. As the title holders, they enter the event with expectations of another strong run, but the Group B lineup means there is little room for a slow start. Every result in Dhaka will matter as India try to stay on course for another regional crown.
With Maldives and Pakistan standing in their way, India’s path to a 10th SAFF Championship title is now in focus. The Dhaka tournament promises another significant chapter in South Asian football, with India starting as one of the main teams to watch.
