India U17 women's team to play three friendly matches against Russia in Sochi

New Delhi, April 7 -- The India U17 women's team will play three friendly matches against Russia in Sochi on April 11, 14 and 17.

Head coach Pamela Conti has named a 23-member squad for the tour.

The Young Tigresses, who are preparing for the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026,reached Sochi late on Monday night. Last month, they travelled to Yangon to play two friendly matches against the hosts, winning both (2-0 and 3-2).

Following their return, Conti's side continued their training camp in Bengaluru. In the AsianCup in Suzhou, India will take on Australia (May 2), Japan (May 5) and Lebanon (May 8) inGroup B.

India U17 women's 23-member squad for Russia friendlies:Goalkeepers: Munni, Surajmuni Kumari, Tamphasana Devi Konjengbam.

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