Amelia Valverde Takes Helm as Indian Women's Football Coach for AFC Asian Cup

• Amelia Valverde, 39, from Costa Rica, appointed as coach of the Indian women's football team by the All India Football Federation.
• Valverde joins the Blue Tigresses camp in Antalya, Turkiye, for AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026 preparations.
• She was the longest-serving coach for Costa Rica's women's national team (2015-2023), leading them to two FIFA Women's World Cups.
• Valverde achieved significant success with Costa Rica, including a gold medal at the 2017 Central American Games.
• She recently won a historic Bicampeonato with Mexican club CF Monterrey in 2024, securing both Liga MX Femenil titles.

Why It Matters: Experienced coach Amelia Valverde appointed to lead Indian women's football team for upcoming AFC Asian Cup.