India's Young Tigresses Gear Up for AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup

The India women's Under-20 football team has arrived for a preparatory camp ahead of the AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup in Thailand. The team will train for 13 days before competing in the tournament's Group C against Japan, Australia, and Chinese Taipei, seeking a spot in the quarterfinals.

The India women's Under-20 football squad has reached Thailand for a 13-day training camp ahead of the AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup. The team, returning to the continental stage after two decades, is preparing to face formidable opponents in Group C.

Led by Swedish coach Joakim Alexandersson, the Young Tigresses aim to carry their momentum from recent preparatory camps held in Bengaluru and Sweden, where they faced senior Swedish club teams in friendlies. Their journey continues towards a possible spot in the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Poland 2026.

The squad, including key players across positions, hopes to progress from Group C, where top teams will advance to the quarterfinals. Their campaign kicks off with matches against Japan, Australia, and Chinese Taipei, crucial for securing a place among the best in Asia.

(With inputs from agencies.)