India U17 men’s team will play two closed doors friendly matches against Tajikistan in Margao

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...

India U17 men’s squad announced for AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers

India U17 men's head coach Bibiano Fernandes names 23-member squad for AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, which will begin on November 22 at EKA Arena in Ahmedabad. India will face Palestine (November 22), Chinese Taipei (November 26), Lebanon (November 28) and Islamic Republic of Iran (November 30). The group...

India defeated Nepal 3-0 to Progress to the Final of SAFF U17 Championship

India defeated Nepal 3-0 to progress to the final of SAFF U17 Championship at the Racecourse International Stadium on Thursday. The Blue Colts will face Bangladesh in final. Bangladesh defeated Pakistan 2-0 in the other semifinal. For India, Wangkheirakpam Gunleiba in 61’, Azlaan Shah in 80’ and Diamond Singh Thokchom...