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India U23 Squad Announced for Tri-Nation Friendlies in Arunachal Pradesh

India U23 men's team head coach Naushad Moosa has selected a 24-player squad for upcoming friendly matches. The team will face Bhutan and Tajikistan in a Tri-Nation tournament in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh. This event marks only the second international football tournament to be held in the state. All matches are scheduled for the March FIFA window at the Golden Jubilee Stadium.

Key Points: India U23 Squad for Tri-Nation Friendlies vs Bhutan, Tajikistan

  • 24-member squad announced
  • Matches in March FIFA window
  • Tournament in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh
  • Second international event in the state
  • All games at Golden Jubilee Stadium
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Nausad Moosa names India U23 men's squad for Tri-Nation friendlies in Yupia

Head coach Naushad Moosa names 24-member India U23 squad for friendlies against Bhutan and Tajikistan in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh.

"This will only be the second international football tournament to take place in Arunachal Pradesh - AIFF"

New Delhi, March 22

India U23 men's team head coach Naushad Moosa has named a 24-member squad for the U23 Tri-Nation Friendlies against Bhutan and Tajikistan on March 28 and 31, 2026, in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh.

The friendly tournament is scheduled for the March FIFA International Match Window. Bhutan and Tajikistan will play the opening game on March 25. All matches will kick off at 19:00 at the Golden Jubilee Stadium, as per the AIFF website.

This will only be the second international football tournament to take place in Arunachal Pradesh after the SAFF U19 Championship 2025 at the same venue.

India U23 men's 24-member squad for Tri-Nation friendlies in Yupia:

Goalkeepers: Dipesh Chauhan, Mohanraj K, Priyansh Dubey.

Defenders: Dippendu Biswas, Harsh Palande, Pramveer, Ricky Meetei Haobam, Ronney Kharbudon, Sanatomba Singh Yanglem, Subham Bhattacharya.

Midfielders: Ebindas Yesudasan, Lalremtluanga Fanai, Lalrinliana Hnamte, Macarton Louis Nickson, Mohammed Sanan K, Shivaldo Singh Chingangbam, Tomba Singh Haobam, Vinith Venkatesh, Zothanpuia.

Forwards: Adison Singh Thokchom, Lalthankima, Muhammed Ajsal, Suhail Ahmad Bhat, Thoi Singh Huidrom.

Head coach: Naushad MoosaAssistant coach: Noel WilsonGoalkeeping coach: Gumpe Rime

U23 Tri-Nation Friendlies schedule:

March 25: Bhutan vs TajikistanMarch 28: India vs BhutanMarch 31: Tajikistan vs India.

- ANI

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Priya S
The squad looks promising, especially the midfield with Hnamte and Zothanpuia. But I'm a bit concerned about the lack of match practice for some of these players. Hope the AIFF ensures they get proper training camps before this.
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Rohit P
Hosting in Arunachal Pradesh sends a strong message. Sports should unite us all. Good mix of players from different I-League clubs. All the best, boys! Bring home the trophy!
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Sarah B
Interesting schedule. Playing the second game against Bhutan and the last against Tajikistan. Tajikistan U23s are usually quite strong. It will be a good test for our defense. Hope the local fans turn up in big numbers!
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Vikram M
Respectfully, while I support the team, I feel we need to be more strategic. Why only 3 goalkeepers? And the forward line seems a bit light. These friendlies are crucial for Asian Cup qualifier preparation. Hope the planning is solid.
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Kavya N
So many talented players from Manipur and the North-East in the squad! Chingangbam, Haobam, Thokchom... the football factory is working. Proud moment for the region. Let's go, India! 🤩

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