What does Naushad Moosa's 23-member U-23 squad for Indonesia friendlies look like?
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Synopsis
Excitement builds as India’s U23 men’s team, led by Naushad Moosa, gears up for two crucial friendlies against Indonesia. Scheduled for October 10 and 13, these matches present a vital opportunity for the Blue Colts to showcase their skills on an international stage. Will they rise to the occasion?
Key Takeaways
- Naushad Moosa leads a well-prepared squad for crucial friendlies.
- Matches against Indonesia present a vital opportunity for growth.
- Location: Gelora Bung Karno Madya Stadium in Jakarta.
- Friendlies are part of preparation for the 2026 Asian Games.
- India U23's recent performance shows resilience despite setbacks.
New Delhi, Oct 8 (NationPress) The head coach of India's U23 men's team, Naushad Moosa, has announced a 23-member squad for the upcoming friendly matches against the U23 team from Indonesia, scheduled for October 10 and 13 in Jakarta, coinciding with the FIFA International Match Window.
Following a brief training session in Bengaluru, the Blue Colts arrived in Jakarta on Wednesday afternoon. Both games will take place at the Gelora Bung Karno Madya Stadium, kicking off at 18:30 IST.
Moosa has been at the helm of the U23 squad since June 1, 2025, initiating their training in Kolkata. The long-term vision for the team is to prepare effectively for the 2026 Asian Games set to be held in Aichi and Nagoya, Japan, as per the directives from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
The Blue Colts regrouped less than a month after narrowly missing out on a historic qualification for the AFC U23 Asian Cup, finishing fifth among the best second-placed teams, despite securing victories over Bahrain and Brunei Darussalam. Similarly, Indonesia also faced elimination, concluding their campaign with a 0-1 defeat to the Korea Republic and ranking as the 10th best runners-up out of 11 groups.
Both matches against Indonesia, part of the October FIFA International Match Window, are set to be hosted at the Gelora Bung Karno Madya Stadium and will start at 18:30 IST.
This season, India U23 has already participated in four friendly matches, including travels to Tajikistan in June and two fixtures against Iraq in Malaysia during August.
Here’s the squad for the friendlies against Indonesia in October 2025:
Goalkeepers: Dipesh Chauhan, Mohanraj K, Priyansh Dubey.
Defenders: Bikash Yumnam, Dippendu Biswas, Harsh Arun Palande, Muhammed Saheef AP, Ricky Meetei Haobam, Roshan Singh Thangjam, Sanatomba Singh Yanglem, Sumit Sharma Brahmacharimayum.
Midfielders: Ayush Dev Chhetri, Bekey Oram, Danny Meitei Laishram, Lalrinliana Hnamte, Mohammed Aimen, Vibin Mohanan.
Forwards: Muhammed Suhail, Korou Singh Thingujam, Parthib Sundar Gogoi, Sreekuttan MS, Suhail Ahmad Bhat, Thoi Singh Huidrom.
Head Coach: Naushad Moosa
Assistant Coach: Noel Wilson
Goalkeeping Coach: Sathiesh Kumar
Strength and Conditioning Coach: Diwakar Manohar
Match Schedule:
October 10: Indonesia vs India (18:30 IST)
October 13: Indonesia vs India (18:30 IST)
Venue: Gelora Bung Karno Madya Stadium, Jakarta
Point of View
It is crucial to recognize the challenges they face. Despite recent setbacks in qualification, the commitment to developing young talent is commendable. The upcoming friendlies against Indonesia will not only serve as a test but also an opportunity to foster growth and experience for these players.
NationPress
08/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the head coach of the India U23 team?
The head coach of the India U23 men's team is Naushad Moosa.
When are the friendly matches against Indonesia scheduled?
The friendly matches against Indonesia are set for October 10 and 13.
Where will the matches be held?
The matches will take place at the Gelora Bung Karno Madya Stadium in Jakarta.
What is the significance of these friendlies?
These friendlies are crucial for the U23 team to gain international experience and prepare for the 2026 Asian Games.
How did India U23 perform in recent competitions?
India U23 narrowly missed out on qualifying for the AFC U23 Asian Cup, finishing fifth among the best second-placed teams.
