Excitement builds as the schedule for the highly anticipated SAFF Championship 2023 has been officially released. The tournament, set to take place in India, promises to be a thrilling display of football prowess.
Group A, comprising Pakistan, India, Nepal, and Kuwait, will witness a series of gripping matches that are sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats.
One of the standout fixtures of the group stage will undoubtedly be the clash between arch-rivals Pakistan and India on 21 June. The fierce rivalry between these two nations always adds an extra layer of intensity to their encounters, and fans from both sides will eagerly await this showdown.
Following this high-stakes match, Pakistan will then take on Kuwait on 24 June. Kuwait, known for their strong defensive tactics, will be determined to prove their mettle against the Pakistani side.
On 27 June, Pakistan will conclude their group stage matches with a face-off against Nepal, a team known for their technical finesse and quick attacking style.
With all matches taking place at the magnificent Sree Kanteerava Stadium, football enthusiasts can expect a fantastic atmosphere and top-class football action. It is bound to be a thrilling tournament that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on the footballing landscape of South Asia.
Here is the full schedule:
Fixture | Date | Time |
Kuwait vs Nepal | 21 June | 3:00 PM |
Pakistan vs India | 21 June | 7:00 PM |
Lebanon vs Bangladesh | 22 June | 3:00 PM |
Maldives vs Bhutan | 22 June | 7:00 PM |
Pakistan vs Kuwait | 24 June | 3:00 PM |
Nepal vs India | 24 June | 7:00 PM |
Bangladesh vs Maldives | 25 June | 3:00 PM |
Bhutan vs Lebanon | 25 June | 7:00 PM |
Pakistan vs Nepal | 27 June | 3:00 PM |
Kuwait vs India | 27 June | 7:00 PM |
Lebanon vs Maldives | 28 June | 3:00 PM |
Bangladesh vs Bhutan | 28 June | 7:00 PM |
Semi-final 1 | 1 July | 3:00 PM |
Semi-final 2 | 1 July | 7:00 PM |
Final | 4 July | 7:00 PM |
*Pakistan Standard Time