India-Panama friendly in Bengaluru preponed by one day due to marathon

This article is a summary of reporting by The New Indian Express. Originally published September 4, 2026.
The Karnataka State Football Association confirmed that India's international friendly against the Panama national team at Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru has been rescheduled by one day. Originally planned for September 26, the match was moved to avoid logistical clashes with the Bengaluru Marathon, which begins the following day and uses the stadium as its start and finish hub. Panamanian officials agreed to the preponement after organizers determined that marathon setup overnight would disrupt stadium operations.
AI Summary
An international friendly between India and Panama scheduled in Bengaluru was moved ahead by 24 hours to accommodate preparations for the Bengaluru Marathon.
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