India U23 Football Team to Play Friendly Against Thailand on November 15
The India U23 Football Team is set to play an international friendly match against Thailand on November 15, during the FIFA International Match Window, at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani, Bangkok.
The fixture continues India’s busy season of friendly matches as the team builds momentum ahead of future continental assignments.
Preparations and Training Camp
The India Under-23 men’s football team will begin its training camp in Kolkata on November 7 before departing for Bangkok. Head coach Naushad Moosa has emphasized the importance of maintaining rhythm and squad cohesion, with the friendly serving as an opportunity to fine-tune tactics against a strong Southeast Asian opponent.
“These matches are key in preparing our players for higher levels of international football,” Moosa stated, expressing confidence in the team’s progress throughout the year.
India U23 Football Team’s Recent Matches
The India U23 Football Team has already played six friendly matches in 2025, showcasing steady improvement. The Blue Colts’ recent fixtures include:
June: Tour of Tajikistan, facing both the host nation and Kyrgyz Republic.
August: Two matches against Iraq in Malaysia before the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers.
October: Two friendlies versus Indonesia, winning 2–1 and drawing 1–1.
This consistent schedule reflects the AIFF’s renewed focus on giving young players international exposure and match experience.
India U23 Squad for Thailand Friendly
The India U23 Football Team’s 25-member probables list for the Thailand match features a mix of experienced and emerging talents.
Goalkeepers: Dipesh Chauhan, Kamaludheen AK, Mohanraj K, Priyansh Dubey
Defenders: Dippendu Biswas, Harsh Palande, Muhammed Saheef, Ricky Meetei Haobam, Roshan Singh Thangjam, Sanatomba Singh Yanglem, Sumit Sharma Brahmacharimayum
Midfielders: Ayush Dev Chhetri, Lalrinliana Hnamte, Manglenthang Kipgen, Mohammed Aimen, Shivaldo Singh Chingangbam, Singamayum Shami, Vibin Mohanan, Vinith Venkatesh
Forwards: Alan Saji, Korou Singh Thingujam, Mohammed Sanan, Parthib Gogoi, Pasang Dorjee Tamang, Thoi Singh Huidrom
Head Coach: Naushad Moosa
Building for the Future
The upcoming fixture is more than just a friendly — it represents another step in shaping the India U23 Football Team into a competitive side for future continental tournaments. With players like Mohammed Sanan, Ayush Dev Chhetri, and Parthib Gogoi making consistent progress, the Blue Colts’ development pipeline appears stronger than ever.
The November clash against Thailand offers a valuable benchmark to gauge the team’s tactical evolution under Moosa’s leadership.
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