Male (Maldives), March 26 -- The India U20 men's team will begin their SAFF U20 Championship campaign with a high-octane clash against Pakistan at the National FootballStadium here on Thursday.
An India-Pakistan encounter always carries added intensity, and with crucial group-stage stakeson the line, the opening fixture promises both drama and significance.
Understandably, the Young Colts arrived in the Maldives capital on Monday and quickly shifted their focus to preparations for the tournament.
Placed in Group B alongside Pakistan and Bangladesh, India face a tight schedule in a three-team group where every point is vital.
India will meet Bangladesh in their second match on March 28. With only two fixtures in the group, a single victo...