India are set to face five-time FIFA World Cup champions Brazil in an international senior men's friendly football match on Saturday in Kolkata. The fixture will be the first-ever meeting between the two countries in senior men's international football.
The match will be played at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan. Brazil's team has already arrived in Kolkata, with head coach Carlo Ancelotti naming a 26-member squad for the visit.
Historic India-Brazil meeting
The friendly marks a first for both sides at senior men's international level. Brazil arrive as one of football's most decorated national teams, while India will have the opportunity to test themselves against the five-time world champions.
Kolkata fans divided between Brazil and India
The match has stirred mixed emotions among football fans in Kolkata. Many have a deep affection for Brazil, but also want to see India win on home ground.
