India U17 men’s team will play two closed doors friendly matches against Tajikistan in Margao at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, on January 29 and February 1, 2026.
The matches are part of preparation for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026. India had qualified for 10th time.
Head Coach Bibiano Fernandes has named a 25-member squad for the two matches.
Goalkeepers: Alok Nishad, Manashjyoti Baruah, Rajrup Sarkar.
Defenders: Abhishek Kumar Mondal, Ankur Rajbhar, Indra Rana Magar, Korou Meitei Konthoujam, Lawmsangzuala, Md Aimaan Bin, Moosa Ashiq Sofi, Shubham Poonia.
Midfielders: Dallalmuon Gangte, Denny Singh Wangkhem, Diamond Singh Thokchom, Mukundo Singh Ningthoujam, Nitishkumar Meitei Yengkhom.
Forwards: Aazim Parveez Najar, Adil Aman A, Azlaan Shah Kh, Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam, Heeranganba Seram, Lesvin Rebelo, Rahan Ahmed, Washington Singh Ngangom, Yuvraj Kadam.
Head coach: Bibiano Fernandes
Picture Courtesy: AIFF Media
