Sri Lanka Announces Squad for SAFF U-20 Championship in Nepal

The Sri Lankan Football Federation has unveiled a 23-member squad set to represent the nation at the upcoming SAFF U-20 Championship, slated to begin on August 18th in Nepal. The tournament will see Sri Lanka competing in Group ‘A’ against hosts Nepal and Bangladesh in the first round.

The squad, comprising a blend of promising young talent, will aim to make a strong impact in the regional tournament. The Islanders will kick off their campaign against Nepal in their first match at the Dashrath Rangasala Stadium in Kathmandu, the venue for all tournament games.

Sri Lanka's 23-Player Squad:

• Goalkeepers: Ahamed Shareef, Thevthas Nilujan, Sivanthan Aarnikan
• Defenders: Mohamed Faadhil, Mohamed Abdullah, Robinson Malaravan, Zawahir Ayman Riyas, Muhamad Alfathiq, Muhammed Atheeif, Ruban Mathumithan
• Midfielders: Mohamed Farhath, Mohamed Ziard Mufazzal, Muhammedhu Munsif, Ranaweera Tenuka, Mohamed Shahil, Miahammed Thilam, Geidobler Leon
• Forwards: Mohamed Hamdhi, Mohamed Umar, Johnjimron Harish, Mohamed Sahi, Vijakumar Abishan, Desapriya Sadew

Fixtures:

• August 18th: Sri Lanka vs. Nepal – 3:45 PM (SL Time) – Dashrath Rangasala Stadium, Kathmandu
• August 20th: Sri Lanka vs. Bangladesh – 3:45 PM (SL Time) – Dashrath Rangasala Stadium, Kathmandu

With a balanced squad across all positions, the Sri Lankan team will be looking to showcase their skills and advance beyond the group stage. The opening match against Nepal will be crucial, as a strong start could set the tone for the rest of the tournament.

The SAFF U-20 Championship is an important platform for the young Sri Lankan players to gain international experience and build momentum for future senior-level competitions. All eyes will be on the team as they aim to make their mark in the region.