The Indian women’s and men’s teams have secured spots in the U-18 Asia Cup 2026 semifinals after strong performances in the pool stages. The women’s team dominated Pool A, winning all three matches and scoring 30 goals while conceding only two. Notably, Nousheen Naz leads the scoring with 10 goals, supported by Geethasri Nammi, Sweety Kujur, and Priyanka Minz.
India’s women’s team will face China in the semifinals, while the men’s team, finishing second in Pool A, will take on Pakistan. Captain Ketan Kushwaha leads the men’s team with seven goals, with Ashish Tani Purti, Gazee Khan, and Shahrukh Ali also contributing significantly. Both teams are gearing up for intense semifinal clashes on June 5.
Indian U-18 Women’s Team coach Rani expressed confidence in her team’s performance, emphasizing the players’ fitness, coordination, and determination. On the other hand, Indian U-18 men’s team coach Sardar Singh highlighted the team’s focus on improving penalty corner strategies and maintaining unity and structure in their gameplay. The coaches are optimistic about their teams’ chances and are preparing diligently for the upcoming matches.
