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India U20 Women’s team will take on Myanmar in the ultimate group stage clash

The Indian U20 Women’s team is on the verge of creating history, as qualification to the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup is in sight. This will be the first time India will qualify for the tournament since 2006 if they beat Myanmar in their final group stage fixture on Sunday.

Myanmar and India have an equal number of points after the first two games of the group stage, with India having an edge on the points table because of their better goal difference. The clash on Sunday will decide who will top the group and secure their qualification to the main tournament, as only group toppers can book their ticket to Thailand.

Also read: India U20 team rout Turkmenistan 7-0 in AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers

The Stakes:

India U20

With an opportunity of a lifetime on the cards, the Young Tigresses would put their blood and sweat on the pitch when they clash against the hosts, Myanmar. With a hostile crowd backing Myanmar to push them towards victory, India will have to make sure they bring their best to the occasion.

Looking at the last result against Turkmenistan, Indian fans will be hopeful. But it is important to stay cautious, as Turkmenistan has the weakest defense in the group, conceding more than a dozen goals in the first two games. However, there’s no denying that this Indian team is filled with unlimited potential that will now need the backing of sheer determination to transcend this final hurdle and climb the summit.

Myanmar U20

When the Myanmar girls take the field on Sunday against India, their home crowd will be singing at the top of their vocal chords to egg on the team. The hosts would feel comfortable going into this fixture with a fine goalscoring form. However, their defense will have to pull up their socks against India to keep them away from converting chances.

The hosts have looked impeccable when it comes to burying the chances, and their forwards would hope to do the same. The task will be challenging as India’s defense is gritty, and the occasion would also take its toll, as this is a must-win affair for Myanmar. If Myanmar fall short of a victory here, they will have to forget their dreams of qualification to the AFC U20 Women’s Asia Cup.

Team News

The in-form teams are not expected to make any changes moving into this decider. There have been no reported injuries on either side brightening the possibility of both teams fielding the same squad.

Head-to-Head Record

Myanmar U20 and Indian U20 have never met in the past, making the decider on Sunday their first ever contest.

Probable Lineups

India U20 (4-2-3-1)

Monalisha Devi (GK), Shubhangi Singh, Cindy Colney, Juhi Singh, Sahena TH, Pooja, Neha Silley, Monisha Singha, Anju Chanu, Sulanjana Raul, Sibani Nongmeikapam

Myanmar U20 (4-2-3-1)

Hla Hla Htwe (GK), Min Min Nu, Yu Yu Naing, Moe, Pwint Phyu, Aye Aye Soe, Nan Cho Hmwe, Naing Naing Win, Win Sandar, El Thet Phyo

Players to watch

Sulanjana Raul (India U20)

The Indian U20 forward graced the last match against Turkmenistan with her brace. Sulanjana looked sublime throughout the match with some fine creative output. However, the difference was in goalscoring prowess. She contributed to the flurry of goals India produced in their second group stage game.

Eyes will be on Sulanjana, and the young forward would be expected to live up to the occasion, as qualification is in sight. Her partnership with Sibani will be crucial. The last match in the group stage will require the best from Sulanjana because if it becomes a case of missed opportunities, India will have to repent

El Thet Phyo (Myanmar U20)

The leading goalscorer in the tournament for Myanmar will be summoned to replicate her magic against India. Scoring an astonishing four goals in the opening game against Turkmenistan, she set the tone for the qualifiers for Myanmar.

However, ripping the net would not be a walk in the park for the talented forward. The Indian defense has just conceded a single goal so far. Finding spaces through the compact Indian backline would be the toughest job for El Thet Phyo, but Myanmar fans would believe their star forward would ace this challenge.

Telecast Details

The AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup qualification game between Myanmar and India will be played on Sunday, 10 August 2025, at the Thuwanna Stadium, Yangon. It will kick off at 16:00 IST. The match will be streamed live on Pyone Play Sports YouTube channel or AIFF Youtube Channel.

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