AFC U20 Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers; India Squad Named by Head Coach Mahesh Gawali
Eight players were released from the earlier camp after technical or injury-related reviews, and more than 100 players were assessed in trials.
- Head coach Mahesh Gawali named a 23-member India Under-20 squad for the AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers in Tashkent, scheduled from August 31 to September 6, aiming to qualify for the 2027 main tournament in China.
- Selection concluded after more than 100 players were evaluated during trials in Bengaluru since June. Coaches released eight players from the 30-member pool used for recent friendlies, while adding forward Daniyal Makakmayum to the final traveling group.
- The squad includes goalkeepers Jaskaran Dub, Pranav Sundarraman, and Suraj Singh Aheibam. Midfielders like Danny Meitei Laishram and Samson Ahongshangbam join forwards such as Omang Dodum and Vishal Yadav, completing the lineup for the qualifying campaign.
- India faces Syria on August 31, followed by a match against hosts Uzbekistan on September 3. The Blue Colts conclude their Group B campaign against Bangladesh on September 6, with successful qualification securing a place in the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027.
- Group winners and the seven best runners-up across all eight groups will advance to the main competition. Arriving in Tashkent on Thursday, the team aims to build on earlier friendly successes, including two wins over Singapore, to secure their continental tournament spot.
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AFC U20 Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers; India squad named by head coach Mahesh Gawali
India U20 men’s team head coach Mahesh Gawali has announced a 23-member squad for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers, scheduled to be held in Tashkent from August 31 to September 6.
India Unveils 23-Member Squad For Crucial AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers
India has announced its 23-member squad for the upcoming AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers in Tashkent, with eight players omitted from the initial camp. The team, led by Mahesh Gawali, will compete against Syria, Uzbekistan, and Bangladesh from August 31 to September 6, aiming for qualification to the main tournament in China in 2027.
Blue Colts Ready for Tashkent Qualifiers After Unbeaten Bengaluru Run
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. With four unbeaten friendly matches under their belt and no goals conceded, the India U20 men's team are heading into the final stretch of their preparations for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers. The Blue Colts will depart for Tashkent on Wednesday. Sports News | Blue Colts Ready for Tashkent Qualifiers After Unbeaten Bengaluru Run.
Blue Colts ready for Tashkent qualifiers after unbeaten Bengaluru run - The Tribune
With four unbeaten friendly matches under their belt and no goals conceded, the India U20 men's team are heading into the final stretch of their preparations for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers. The Blue Colts will depart for Tashkent on Wednesday.
India's squad, fixtures for AFC U-20 Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers announced
Source: AIFF Media India U-20 Men’s Team head coach Mahesh Gawali has named his 23-player squad for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers, which will be played in Tashkent from August 31 to September 6. From the previously announced 30-player squad ahead of the Singapore friendlies, eight players were released for either technical or injury-related considerations — Shuhaid Koya Thangal PS, Arshvir Singh, Ashik Adhikari, Dallalmuon Gangte, …
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