India U17 Women's Football Team Set for Friendlies in Sochi Against Russia
India U17 women's football team to play friendlies against Russia in Sochi
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The Indian Under-17 women's football team is scheduled to play three friendly matches against Russia in Sochi from April 11 to 17. This series is part of their preparation for the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup in China, where they will face teams like Australia and Japan.
- 01The matches will occur on April 11, 14, and 17 at the Matsesta Football Centre in Sochi.
- 02This tour follows their successful friendlies in Yangon, where they won both matches.
- 03The team is preparing for the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup set for May in Suzhou, China.
- 04India will compete in Group B against Australia, Japan, and Lebanon.
- 05Head coach Pamela Conti has named a 23-member squad for the tour.
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The Indian Under-17 women’s football team will engage in three friendly matches against Russia in Sochi from April 11 to 17. These matches are crucial for their preparation for the upcoming AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup in China, where they will face tough opponents including Australia and Japan. The squad, led by head coach Pamela Conti, consists of 23 players and includes goalkeepers Munni, Surajmuni Kumari, and Tamphasana Devi Konjengbam, among others. The team previously traveled to Yangon where they secured victories in two friendly matches, winning 2-0 and 3-2. Following their return, they continued training in Bengaluru to enhance their performance ahead of the Asian Cup.
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These matches will help the young players gain valuable experience and confidence ahead of the Asian Cup, potentially improving their performance in international competitions.
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