India U23 Men's Team Announces Squad for Upcoming Tri-Nation Friendlies

The India U23 men's football team, under the guidance of head coach Naushad Moosa, has announced a 24-member squad for the upcoming Tri-Nation Friendlies against Bhutan and Tajikistan. Scheduled for March 28 and 31, 2026, in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh, this tournament will feature matches kicking off at 19:00 at the Golden Jubilee Stadium. The friendly series is part of the March FIFA International Match Window and marks a significant event for the region, being only the second international tournament hosted there. Read on for the full squad details and match schedule.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 22, 2026, 23:42 IST

India U23 Men's Team Prepares for Tri-Nation Friendlies

Naushad Moosa, the head coach of the India U23 men's football team, has revealed a 24-player roster for the upcoming U23 Tri-Nation Friendlies against Bhutan and Tajikistan. These matches are set to take place on March 28 and 31, 2026, in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh.

This friendly tournament coincides with the March FIFA International Match Window. The opening match will feature Bhutan facing Tajikistan on March 25. All games are scheduled to start at 19:00 at the Golden Jubilee Stadium, according to the All India Football Federation (AIFF). This event marks only the second international football tournament hosted in Arunachal Pradesh, following the SAFF U19 Championship held at the same venue in 2025.

India U23 Squad for the Friendlies

The 24-member squad for the India U23 team participating in the Tri-Nation friendlies includes:

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.

Coaching Staff Overview

The coaching team for the U23 squad consists of:

Head Coach: Naushad Moosa

Assistant Coach: Noel Wilson

Goalkeeping Coach: Gumpe Rime

Schedule for U23 Tri-Nation Friendlies

The schedule for the U23 Tri-Nation Friendlies is as follows:

March 25: Bhutan vs Tajikistan

March 28: India vs Bhutan

March 31: Tajikistan vs India