Overview
- Reporter Broadcasting Company and the AFA say the November 17 fixture at Kochi’s Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium remains confirmed, with ticket details to follow.
- Argentine outlets, including TyC Sports and journalist Gastón Edul, report the India stop may have fallen through, with Angola confirmed and a second African opponent or Morocco floated as alternatives.
- Some reports also mention a possible postponement to the March 2026 international window, citing travel distance and player workload during the FIFA window.
- Kerala authorities continue preparations, including a Rs 70-crore stadium upgrade with new floodlights, seating and security measures, and the removal of stalls near the venue.
- Organisers say approvals and finances are in place for a national-team friendly, and note that a formal Argentina squad announcement is still pending closer to the date.