“We, at the All India Football Federation, are delighted that the Indian Men's National Team will be returning to the United Kingdom after 24 years, and it is particularly special for us to participate in an international football tournament in the UK for the very first time.
This tournament presents a valuable opportunity for the Indian team to compete against strong and respected opponents such as Nigeria, Jamaica, and Zimbabwe.
Facing teams with rich footballing histories, including those that have participated in FIFA World Cups and have consistently been among the leading sides in their respective continents, will provide our players with important exposure and experience as we continue to build for the future.
Opportunities to compete against such quality opposition are rare, and we are committed to making the most of this platform to test ourselves, learn, and continue our development at the international level.
We thank the organisers for providing this opportunity and look forward to an exciting and competitive tournament.” All India Football Federation Deputy Secretary General Mr M Satyanarayan
