Head coach Mehrajuddin Wadoo announced a 23-player squad for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027 Qualifiers, which will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from November 11 to 20, 2026.
The Blue Colts have been drawn in Group E alongside hosts Malaysia, Palestine, Singapore and Guam. India will face Singapore on November 11, Guam on November 14, Palestine on November 17 and Malaysia on November 20
Last month, India played two friendlies against Myanmar in Thanlyin. The first match was 1-1 draw while won the second 4-0.
India will play two more friendly matches with UAE on November 1 & 4 will travel directly to Kuala Lumpur on November 5 ahead of the qualifiers.
Goalkeepers: Arnav Pandhare, Maroof Shafi, Newtan Irengbam.
Defenders: Jinesh Thoudam, Lawmsangzuala, Leo Thongbam, Malem Laishram, Malsawmtluanga, Sailex Oinam, Maldino Singh Yumnam, Zoramdinthara.
Midfielders: Dallalmuon Gangte, Henthoiba Keisam, David Mangang Irom, Mukundo Singh Ningthoujam, R Lawmsangzuala, Thiyam Sambay.
Forwards: Hrishikesh Charan Manavathi, Kamgouhao Doungel, Md Sahir Ali, Raj Singh Wahengbam, Ristik Maity, Felix Meitei Saikhom.
Head Coach: Mehrajuddin Wadoo
Picture Courtesy: AIFF Media
