Coach Gawali’s colts open their campaign today
Maldives : The Blue Colts are all set to open their SAFF U-20 Championship campaign under the guidance of Goan head coach Mahesh Gawali, taking on rivals Pakistan in their Group B opener at the National Stadium in Malé, Maldives on Wednesday at 4.15 pm. With preparations centred on structure and match-readiness, India’s U-20 side enters the tournament with a clear developmental focus.
India’s 23-member squad comprises goalkeepers Alsabith ST, Pranav Sundarraman and Suraj Singh Aheibam; defenders Bungson Singh Takhellambam, Jodric Abranches, Karish Soram, Malemngamba Singh Thokchom, Mohammed Kaif, Roshan Singh Thangjam, Usham Singh Thoungamba and Yaipharemba Chingakham; midfielders Aniket Yadav, Danny Meitei Laishram, Gurnaj Singh Grewal, Md Arbash, Rishikanta Meitei Laishram and Rishi Singh Ningthoukhongjam; and forwards Omang Dodum, Prashan Jajo, Rohen Singh Chaphamayum, Vishal Yadav, Samson Ahongshangbam and Tanbir Dey.
