India U17 Men Fall to Turkiye in Friendly Match, Prepare for AFC U17 Asian Cup

• India U17 men's team lost 0-1 to hosts Turkiye in the first of two friendly matches in Manavgat, Antalya.
• The match serves as preparation for the upcoming AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026.
• Turkiye scored the lone goal from a penalty in the 12th minute after Lawmsangzuala fouled Eymen Erdogan.
• India created several chances, with Denny Singh Wangkhem and Dallalmuon Gangte coming close to equalizing.
• Another penalty was awarded to Turkiye in the 85th minute, but Alaettin Ekici missed, keeping the score 0-1.