These friendlies are a part of their preparation for AFC U17 Asian Cup. The India U17 men’s national team defeated Tajikistan U17s 4-2 in the first of two closed-door friendly matches, at the PJN Stadium, in Fatorda, Goa, on Thursday, January 29, 2026. India took the early lead via a goal from Dallalmoun Gangte in the eighth minute before Mekhrubon Odilzoda equalised in the 18th, as both sides went into the break tied at 1-1. Bibiano Fernandes-coached Indian U17 football team claimed a 4-2 win over Tajikistan today in Margao, Goa! India Starting XI: Rajrup Sarkar, Korou Meitei, Lawmsangzuala, Shubham Poonia, Aimaan Bin Md, Moosa Sofi, Denny Singh, Dallalmoun Gangte, Heeranganba Seram, Yuvraj Kadam, Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam.