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The All India Football Federation: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) have appointed Naushad Moosa as the head coach of the India U-23 men’s national team.

Moosa will take charge of the team on June 1, 2025, when they begin their camp in Kolkata, with the long-term aim of preparing the Blue Colts for the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi and Nagoya, in Japan, in line with the plans laid out to the federation by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.

Moosa, who had coached the India U23s in two friendly matches against Malaysia last year, said after his appointment, “Representing my country, whether as a player or a coach, is one of the greatest honors in my career. Opportunity to lead the U-23 team for a second year is both exciting and a proud moment.