# India vs Bangladesh Women’s SAFF 2026: The Rivals Are Back — Blue Tigresses Eye Revenge as Bangladesh Hunt for First Win on Indian Soil

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Published: 2026-05-30  
Updated: 2026-05-30  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

A rivalry between two South Asian neighbours, a trophy on the line, and two teams desperate for a confidence boost after a rough 2026 — the India Women vs Bangladesh Women clash at the [SAFF Women’s Championship](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SAFF_Women%27s_Championship) on May 31 at the PJN Stadium, Margao, is shaping up to be unmissable.

## India vs Bangladesh: The Storyline Heading In

India are the highest-ranked side in the tournament at 69th in the FIFA Women’s Rankings, and have started their campaign with a dominant 11-0 thrashing of Maldives. But history has a way of humbling the favourites.

Bangladesh, ranked 112th, are the defending champions — having won the last two editions of the SAFF Women’s Championship — and are aiming to defend their title successfully for the second straight edition. Bangladesh’s recent form against India has been anything but weak: the Bengal Tigresses won the last two meetings between the two sides.

Both teams also endured painful campaigns at the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup — India lost all three matches including an 11-0 hammering by eventual winners Japan, while Bangladesh conceded 11 goals and scored none across their three group games. The SAFF Championship is about redemption for both.

![India vs Bangladesh](https://images.technosports.co.in/2026/05/jdjdjj-1024x576.avif)

## All-Time Head-to-Head Record

| Stat | Record |
| --- | --- |
| Total Matches Played | 12 |
| India Women Wins | 9 |
| Bangladesh Women Wins | 2 |
| Draws | 1 |
| SAFF Championship meetings | 8 (India 5W, Bangladesh 2W) |
| Last 5 meetings | India 3W, Bangladesh 2W |
| Goals in last 5 matches | 19 |
| Bangladesh’s first win vs India | 2022 SAFF Women’s Championship (3-0) |
| Bangladesh’s first draw vs India | 2016 SAFF Women’s Championship (0-0) |
| First-ever meeting | 2010 South Asian Games — India won 7-0 |

## Why This Match Matters More Than the Numbers

India’s dominance over 15 years is clear — nine wins from 12 — but Bangladesh have been the better side recently, winning the last two head-to-head encounters. They are also chasing their first-ever win on Indian soil, which adds an extra layer of motivation.

With 19 goals scored across the last five meetings alone, this fixture has a habit of delivering fireworks. Both coaches know a win here does more than secure a group-stage advantage — it sends a statement about where each team is headed. [khelnow](https://khelnow.com/football/indian-football-saff-womens-championship-india-vs-bangladesh-head-to-head-202605)

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## Match Info

**Date:** May 31, 2026 | **Time:** 7:30 PM IST | **Venue:** PJN Stadium, Margao, Goa | **Stream:** FanCode | **Entry:** Free for fans

## FAQs

### **Q: Who are the defending champions of the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026?**

 Bangladesh Women are the defending champions, having won the last two consecutive editions of the tournament in impressive fashion.

### **Q: What is India Women’s all-time record against Bangladesh Women in football?**

 India lead the head-to-head 9–2–1 across 12 meetings, but Bangladesh have won the last two encounters, making this clash a genuine contest.