Mahesh Gawali’s disciplined approach has taken India back to the AFC U20 Asian Cup after a 20-year wait. Following a 3-0 win over Bangladesh, Gawali anxiously watched Uzbekistan beat Syria before finally celebrating qualification with his coaching staff.
India U-20 suffered a 0-4 defeat against hosts Uzbekistan in the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers in Tashkent. The Blue Colts remain second in Group B and must beat Bangladesh in their final fixture to boost their qualification hopes
India began their AFC U20 Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers campaign with a 1-0 win over Syria in Tashkent. Shami Singamayum scored in the 86th minute as Mahesh Gawali’s side secured a fifth consecutive clean sheet
India Under-20 head coach Mahesh Gawali has named a 30-member squad for two friendly matches against Singapore in Bengaluru on August 3 and 6 as preparations continue for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers
