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India vs Brazil Mega Match: Has Vinicius Jr Played in India Before?
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News18•29-09-2026, 15:44
India vs Brazil Mega Match: Has Vinicius Jr Played in India Before?
- •India and Brazil will face off in an international friendly match on October 3 at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium.
- •Brazilian stars like Vinicius Jr, Raphinha, Marquinhos, Gabriel, and Endrick are expected to play.
- •Vinicius Jr previously played in India in October 2016 at the BRICS U-17 Football Cup in Goa, where he was the top scorer.
- •He scored against India in that tournament, helping Brazil to a 3-1 victory.
- •Considered a strong contender for the 2024 Ballon d'Or, Vinicius sees this match as a crucial opportunity to regain his form.
Key Questions Answered
The international friendly match between India and Brazil is scheduled to take place on October 3 at Kolkata's iconic Salt Lake Stadium.
Yes, Vinicius Jr previously played in India in October 2016 as part of the Brazilian team that participated in the first BRICS U-17 Football Cup held in Goa.
Vinicius Jr was one of Brazil's best players in the BRICS U-17 Football Cup, finishing as the top scorer with four goals, which included a goal against India in a 3-1 group stage victory.
