Suzhou, May 4 -- India's journey in the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup 2026 now moves into a far sterner phase, as the Young Tigresses prepare to face Japan in their second match of Group B on Tuesday, at 17:00 IST at the Suzhou Taihu Football Sports Centre Pitch 4.

After a 0-2 defeat to Australia in their opening Group B fixture, India find themselves in a situation where every goal carries weight. Goal difference is crucial, and a couple of double-digit scorelines popped up on the first matchday, including Japan's 13-0 win over Lebanon. In Group C, DPR Korea defeated Chinese Taipei 10-0, according to a press release from AIFF.

Earlier on Tuesday, Australia will face Lebanon in the other Group B game.

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