India women's football team's Kolkata debut brings Russia test & chance for a new generation

Kolkata, Oct 7 (UNI) For the Indian women's national team, Thursday's meeting with Russia is an opportunity to test a new generation against stronger opposition. For Kolkata, it is a chance to welcome the Blue Tigresses for their first-ever international appearance in the city. India, ranked 69th in the world, face 27th-ranked Russia at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan on October 8 at 18:00 IST, before the teams meet again on October 11. The fixtures mark India's return to international action following their sixth SAFF Women's Championship title in June. Head coach Crispin Chettri hopes the occasion will bring both a…