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Uruguay Arrives in Kolkata for FIFA Friendly Against India

News18•30-09-2026, 21:15

•Two-time world champions Uruguay landed in Kolkata on Wednesday for their FIFA International Friendly against India on October 6.
•Football fans in Kolkata are set for a memorable week with Brazil facing India on October 3, followed by Uruguay vs. India.
•Five-time world champions Brazil are scheduled to arrive in Kolkata from Australia on Thursday at 6:30 PM.
•Brazilian star Raphinha will miss the fixture due to a thigh injury.
•Uruguay's early arrival allows them to settle and prepare for the match in a relaxed atmosphere.

The two-time world champions Uruguay arrived in Kolkata on Wednesday ahead of their upcoming international friendly match against India.

Uruguay is scheduled to play against India on October 6 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, also known as the Salt Lake Stadium.

Star midfielder and captain Federico Valverde will miss the fixture after sustaining a grade 3 sprain in his left ankle during the Madrid derby.