Xtra Time Web Desk: The All-India Football Federation (AIFF) on Thursday named an 18-member men’s squad for the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, commencing on September 19. The AIFF extended its gratitude to the Indian Super League (ISL) clubs and the Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) for their collaborative efforts in facilitating the release of players for the national team’s participation in the Asian Games.
AIFF President Mr. Kalyan Chaubey acknowledged the demanding nature of the football season in India this year. He emphasized the challenging schedule that required careful management, with numerous events unfolding both domestically and internationally. Chaubey highlighted the achievements of the Senior National Men’s Team, who recently concluded a series of matches, and underscored their upcoming commitments, including the Asian Games, Merdeka Cup, World Cup Qualifiers, and the AFC Asian Cup.
This announcement showcases the AIFF’s commitment to advancing Indian football on both the national and international stages, as they prepare to compete in the Asian Games and embark on a packed schedule of matches and competitions in the months ahead. The AIFF’s coordination with ISL clubs and the FSDL is essential in ensuring the availability of top-tier talent for these critical tournaments.
Indian Squad: Gurmeet Singh, Dheeraj Singh Moirangthem, Sumit Rathi, Narender Gahlot, Deepak Tangri, Amarjit Singh Kiyam, Samuel James, Rahul KP, Abdul Rabeeh Anjukandan, Ayush Dev Chhetri, Bryce Miranda, Azfar Noorani, Rahim Ali, Vincy Bareto, Sunil Chhetri, Rohit Danu, Gurkirat Singh, Aniket Jadhav.