India gear up for stern test against Japan in AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup

India face a stern test against powerhouse Japan as they look to bounce back from their opening game defeat and revive their campaign in the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 here on Tuesday.

The Young Tigresses lost their opening Group B match to Australia 0-2 and find themselves in a situation where every goal will matter after Japan crushed Lebanon 13-0 to garner three points.