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Coach Joakim Alexandersson has selected India's 23-member squad for the upcoming AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup qualifiers. The team will compete in Group G against Kyrgyz Republic and Uzbekistan in Bishkek. India recently won the SAFF U-17 Women's Championship in Bhutan, boosting their confidence. The qualifiers begin on October 13 at Dolen Omurzakov Stadium in Kyrgyzstan.

Key Points: Joakim Alexandersson Names India U17 Women's Asian Cup Squad

  • India faces Kyrgyz Republic and Uzbekistan in Group G qualifiers
  • Team arrives early in Bishkek to acclimatize to cooler weather
  • Squad includes goalkeepers Munni, Surajmuni Kumari and Thameena Fathima
  • Young Tigresses won SAFF U-17 Championship in Bhutan recently
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Joakim Alexandersson names 23-member squad for AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers

India U17 women's football team coach Joakim Alexandersson announces 23-member squad for AFC Asian Cup qualifiers in Kyrgyzstan starting October 13.

"The group winners will qualify for the 12-team final tournament in China next year. - AIFF"

New Delhi, October 6

Indian U17 women's team head coach Joakim Alexandersson has named a 23-member squad for the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026 Qualifiers, scheduled to be held between October 13 and 17 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, as per the AIFF website.

Placed in Group G, India will face the hosts, the Kyrgyz Republic, on October 13 and Uzbekistan on October 17. Both games will be played at the Dolen Omurzakov Stadium. The group winners will qualify for the 12-team final tournament in China next year.

After winning the SAFF U-17 Women's Championship in Bhutan in August, the Young Tigresses continued their training camp in Bengaluru before shifting base to Goa. They will arrive in Bishkek on Tuesday, October 7, six days before the first match, to help acclimatise to the relatively cooler weather in the Kyrgyz capital.

India's 23-member squad for the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026 Qualifiers

Goalkeepers: Munni, Surajmuni Kumari, Thameena Fathima.

Defenders: Alena Devi Sarangthem, Alisha Lyngdoh, Binita Horo, Divyani Linda, Elizabed Lakra, Joyshini Chanu Huidrom, Ritu Badaik, Taniya Devi Tonambam.

Midfielders: Abhista Basnett, Anita Dungdung, Bonifilia Shullai, Julan Nongmaithem, Pritika Barman, Shveta Rani, Thandamoni Baskey.

Forwards: Anushka Kumari, Anwita Raghuraman, Nira Chanu Longjam, Pearl Fernandes, Valaina Fernandes.

Head coach: Joakim AlexanderssonAssistant coach: Nivetha RamadossGoalkeeping coach: Dipankar ChoudhuryStrength and conditioning coach: Anugrah Suresh

India's schedule:

18:30 IST, October 13: Kyrgyz Republic vs India18:30 IST, October 17: India vs Uzbekistan

Venue: Dolen Omurzakov Stadium, Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic.

- ANI

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Arjun K
Good to see the team reaching Bishkek early to acclimatize. The weather difference between Goa and Kyrgyzstan can be challenging. Smart planning by the coaching staff!
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Rohit P
Noticeable that most players are from Northeast and Goa regions. While talent is everywhere, I hope AIFF scouts more actively from other states too. Still, wishing the team all success!
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Sarah B
As someone who follows women's football closely, this is exciting! The midfield looks particularly strong with Anita Dungdung and Shveta Rani. Hope they dominate possession against Kyrgyz Republic.
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Vikram M
Both matches at 6:30 PM IST - perfect timing for us to watch after work! Will definitely catch these games. Let's support our Young Tigresses! 🐯⚽
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Kavya N
Great to see women's football getting this level of attention and proper coaching. The future looks bright! These girls are inspiring the next generation. 💪

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