On November 18, 2025, in Dhaka, India will face Bangladesh in a crucial match of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualification final round. Coach Khalid Jamil has announced a 23-member Indian football team for the Group C match. The team has been training in Bengaluru since November 6 and will arrive in Dhaka this evening.
This match is significant for the qualification campaign. The squad includes experienced players led by captain Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, alongside promising young talents. Key defensive players like Sandesh Jhingan and Akash Mishra will strengthen the team’s backline. Midfielders such as Suresh Singh Wangjam and Mahesh Singh Naorem will provide energy in the midfield. In the forward line, notable players include Lallianzuala Chhangte, Vikram Partap Singh, and Rahim Ali.
A noteworthy inclusion is winger Ryan Williams, who was born in Australia. His participation depends on recent Indian citizenship approval and recognition from Football Australia, FIFA, and the AFC. Also, the squad features Malayali player Mohammed Sanan.
The match will kick off at 7:30 PM IST at the National Stadium in Dhaka. Fans can watch it live on Fan Code.
Goalkeepers: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Hrithik Tiwari, Sahil.
Defenders: Akash Mishra, Anwar Ali, Bikash Yumnam, Hmingthanmawia Ralte, Jay Gupta, Pramveer, Rahul Bheke, Sandesh Jhingan.
Midfielders: Brison Fernandes, Lalremtluanga Fanai, Macarton Louis Nickson, Mahesh Singh Naorem, Nikhil Prabhu, Suresh Singh Wangjam.
Forwards: Edmund Lalrindika, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Mohammed Sanan, Rahim Ali, Ryan Williams, Vikram Partap Singh.