Summary of this article
India face Tajikistan in U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026 in Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday
The Blue Colts will look for another win after beating Bhutan 5-0
Find out when and where to watch the India vs Tajikistan U23 football match live on TV and online
India U-23 will face Tajikistan U-23 in the final fixture of the U-23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026 at the Golden Jubilee Stadium in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh. The tournament, running from March 25 to 31, features India, Bhutan, and Tajikistan and serves as a key preparatory competition for upcoming events like the Asian Games.
India head into this clash after gaining momentum in the tournament by beating Bhutan 5-0, with head coach Naushad Moosa focusing on building combinations and giving young players valuable international exposure. The squad includes several promising talents from ISL and I-League setups, and performances in this match could play a key role in shaping the team’s core going forward.
Tajikistan, meanwhile, come in as a strong and physically disciplined side, having already shown their defensive organization earlier in the tournament. With both teams treating this as a high-stakes encounter, expect a competitive game where India will look to dominate possession and create chances, while Tajikistan could rely on structure and quick transitions to challenge the hosts.
India Squad For U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026
India head coach Naushad Moosa has named a strong 24-man squad for the tournament.
Goalkeepers: Dipesh Chauhan, Mohanraj K, Priyansh Dubey.
Defenders: Dippendu Biswas, Harsh Palande, Pramveer, Ricky Meetei Haobam, Ronney Kharbudon, Sanatomba Singh Yanglem, Subham Bhattacharya.
Midfielders: Ebindas Yesudasan, Lalremtluanga Fanai, Lalrinliana Hnamte, Macarton Louis Nickson, Mohammed Sanan K, Shivaldo Singh Chingangbam, Tomba Singh Haobam, Vinith Venkatesh, Zothanpuia.
Forwards: Adison Singh Thokchom, Lalthankima, Muhammed Ajsal, Suhail Ahmad Bhat, Thoi Singh Huidrom.
When and where is the India vs Tajikistan, U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026 match being played?
The India vs Tajikistan, U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026 match will be played on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 7:00 PM IST. The game will be hosted at the Golden Jubilee Stadium in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh.
Where to watch the India vs Tajikistan, U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026 match live online?
The India vs Tajikistan, U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026 match will be live-streamed on the SonyLIV app and website in India.
Where to watch the India vs Tajikistan, U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026 match live on TV?
The India vs Tajikistan, U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026 match will be televised live on the Sony Sports Network TV channels in India.






















