New Delhi, Jan. 12 -- The Indian men's team will play against Bangladesh in their first match of the SAFF Futsal Championship 2026 on Wednesday at the Nonthaburi Stadium in Nonthaburi, according to the All India Football Federation (AIFF) website.

"Our main objective is to be competitive in every match, show clear progress in our playing style, and establish India as a strong emerging team in South Asian futsal," India head coach Reza Kordi said at the pre-tournament press conference, according to AIFF.

Reza Kordi took charge of the team in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Qualifiers in September last year. He hails from Iran. The head coach also highlighted the work put in behind the scenes, thanking the organisers and detailing India's build-...