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Reporting broadly agrees that Mehrajuddin Wadoo has been appointed to lead the India U17 men’s team and that he has begun work with the squad in Goa.
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Mehrajuddin Wadoo named India U17 head coach
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Mehrajuddin Wadoo has been appointed head coach of India’s U17 men’s national team.
The former India international is 42 and holds an AFC Pro Licence.
He has already taken charge as the team begins a preparatory camp and trials in Margao, Goa.
India is preparing for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027 Qualifiers.
Why it mattersThe appointment shapes India’s next youth cycle and could affect player development, tournament preparation, and long-term national team talent pathways.
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The team is placed in Group E with Malaysia, Palestine, Singapore, and Guam.
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The immediate focus is on the ongoing preparatory camp and trials, while the team’s progress through the qualifying cycle will be seen in later reporting.
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The reports say the All India Football Federation appointed Mehrajuddin Wadoo as head coach of India’s U17 men’s team. They note that he has taken charge as the squad begins a preparatory camp and trials in Margao, Goa. They also identify the team’s next competition as the AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027 Qualifiers in Group E. One report adds that Wadoo emphasized player development and a competitive environment.
Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: All India Football Federation, Telangana Today
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Mehrajuddin Wadoo appointed head coach of India U17 men's team
Quick source take
The All India Football Federation has appointed former India international Mehrajuddin Wadoo as the head coach of the India U17 men's national team. Wadoo, aged 42 and an AFC Pro Licence holder, has already taken charge as the team begins a preparatory camp and trials in Margao, Goa, ahead of the AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027 Qualifiers. India is placed in Group E to face Malaysia, Palestine, Singapore, and Guam. Wadoo expressed his honor and focus on player development.
Mehrajuddin Wadoo appointed India U17 men’s football team head coach
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The All India Football Federation announced the appointment of former India international Mehrajuddin Wadoo as head coach of the India Under-17 men's national team. Wadoo took charge as the Blue Colts commenced their preparatory camp and trials in Margao, Goa, on September 2, 2026. The team is preparing for the upcoming AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027 Qualifiers in Group E against Malaysia, Palestine, Singapore, and Guam. Wadoo highlighted the importance of creating a competitive environment for player development.