The Indian men’s U-20 football team is set to compete in the SAFF U-20 Championships in Nepal from August 18 to 28, 2024. The tournament, featuring six teams, showcases the future stars of the sport.
The Blue Colts begin their campaign on August 19, 2024, against Bhutan in Group B at the ANFA Complex. The squad includes many players from the U-19 team that won the 2023 SAFF U-19 Championship.
Head coach Ranjan Chaudhuri is confident the team can perform well and aim for the trophy, with five key players expected to stand out.
5. Gwgwmsar Goyary
The Indian U-20 team boasts several promising forwards, with Gwgwmsar Goyary standing out among them. He made his mark by scoring in the final of the 2023 SAFF U-19 Championships against Pakistan.
Goyary ended the tournament as the top scorer for India, netting three goals, which also tied him for the most goals in the competition. Fans are hopeful that he will continue his goal-scoring form and contribute to India’s success in the SAFF U-20 Championships.
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4. Ricky Meetei Haobam
Ricky Meetei Haobam is leading the Indian U-20 team as captain for the tournament in Nepal. With his experience as a defender, he plays a crucial role in the squad. Ranjan Chaudhuri counts on Haobam’s leadership and defensive skills to maintain a strong backline and prevent the opponents from scoring.
3. Gurnaj Singh Grewal
17-year-old Gurnaj Singh Grewal, a player for East Bengal FC, stands out as one of the most technically skilled members of the Indian team.
2. Vanlalpeka Guite
Vanlalpeka Guite is a talented young Indian attacker with solid technical skills. At just 17 years old, he handles the ball well and stays calm under pressure.
He also plays for East Bengal FC, where he’s considered one of their top young talents. It will be intriguing to watch how Guite influences the Blue Colts’ performance at the SAFF U-20 Championships.
1. Manglenthang Kipgen
Manglenthang Kipgen plays a crucial role in the Indian U-20 team for the SAFF U-20 Championships. At just 19 years old, this talented midfielder is known for his knack for finding and converting scoring opportunities.
In the final of the SAFF U-19 Championships against Pakistan in September 2023, he scored two impressive goals, leading the Blue Colts to victory. As a player for Punjab FC, Kipgen will continue his goal-scoring form and help his team secure the title.
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