India U17 men’s team will play two friendlies against China PR U17 at National Football Training Centre in Xianghe on October 8 and 10, 2025. Both the friendly matches will be played at closed-door.
These friendlies are part of India’s preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, scheduled in November in Ahmedabad, where the Blue Colts will meet Palestine, Chinese Taipei, Lebanon and IR Iran.
Squad:
Goalkeepers: Aadil, Manashjyoti Baruah, Maroof Shafi, Rajrup Sarkar.
Defenders: Indra Rana Magar, Konthoujam Korou Meitei, Lawmsangzuala, Md Aimaan Bin, Yumnam Maldino Singh.
Midfielders: Abrar Ali Baba, Dallalmuon Gangte, Ningthoujam Mukundo Singh, Thanggoumang Touthang, Thokchom Diamond Singh, Yengkhom Nitishkumar Meitei.
Forwards: Aazim Parveez Najar, Azlaan Shah Kh, Heeranganba Seram, Hrishikesh Charan Manavathi, Lesvin Rebelo, Rahan Ahmed, Wangkheirakpam Gunleiba.
Head coach: Bibiano Fernandes
Picture Courtesy: AIFF Media