India Thrash Guam To Register Second Straight Win In AFC U17 Asian Cup Qualifiers

India’s U17 men’s football team continued their impressive campaign in the AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027 Qualifiers with a sensational 12-0 demolition of Guam in their second Group E fixture at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium in Malaysia on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

The Blue Colts produced a ruthless attacking display, with Raj Singh Wahengbam and Dallalmuon Gangte leading the charge by scoring four and three goals respectively.

Leo Thongbam, Hrishikesh Manavathi, David Mangang Irom, Felix Meitei Saikhom and Ristik Maity also found the back of the net as India registered their second consecutive victory in the qualifying campaign.

The emphatic result marked India’s third-biggest victory in an AFC qualifying match at the U17 level. Their 12-goal triumph came just behind the national team’s 13-0 victories against Macau in 1984 and Brunei Darussalam in 2024.

India wasted little time in establishing their superiority, taking the lead in the fifth minute. Malsawmtluanga delivered a well-timed left-footed cross into the box, which Leo Thongbam converted with a powerful header at the near post.

The early breakthrough opened the floodgates as Mehrajuddin Wadoo’s side began creating opportunities from both flanks. Their quick passing, movement and attacking intensity made it increasingly difficult for Guam to contain the Indian forwards.

Captain Dallalmuon Gangte was particularly impressive, scoring three times in the first half. He found the net in the 13th, 27th and 32nd minutes, producing composed finishes to complete his hat-trick before being substituted at half-time.

Hrishikesh Manavathi also got his name on the scoresheet in the 20th minute, finishing from close range on the right as India headed into the interval with a commanding 5-0 advantage.

The Blue Colts showed no signs of slowing down after the restart, despite increasingly difficult weather conditions. Heavy rainfall during the second half made the playing surface challenging, with the ball frequently slowing down or skidding across the wet turf.

However, the conditions did little to disrupt India’s attacking rhythm.

David Mangang Irom extended the advantage in the 53rd minute before Raj Singh Wahengbam took centre stage with a remarkable four-goal performance.

Raj struck in the 55th, 73rd, 83rd and 84th minutes, repeatedly exposing Guam’s defensive weaknesses with his sharp movement and clinical finishing.

Winger Felix Meitei Saikhom was another standout performer, using his pace and impressive runs down the left flank to create constant problems for the opposition defence. His deliveries into the penalty area repeatedly created opportunities for the Indian attackers.

Felix eventually got his reward with a goal, while Ristik Maity also joined the scoring party with a close-range finish as India completed a comprehensive 12-0 victory.

Despite conceding 12 goals, Guam goalkeeper Liam Ralph was kept extremely busy throughout the contest and made several important saves to prevent an even heavier defeat. At the other end, Indian goalkeeper Maroof Shafi enjoyed a largely comfortable outing, with very little defensive work required.

With two victories from their opening two matches, India have collected six points and moved to the top of Group E on goal difference, staying ahead of Palestine, who will be their next opponents on Tuesday.

Singapore currently have three points, while Malaysia and Guam are yet to register a point in the group.

India began their qualifying campaign with a convincing victory over Singapore and followed it up with an even more dominant performance against Guam. The Blue Colts have now demonstrated their attacking strength, but the upcoming encounter against Palestine could prove decisive in determining the group standings.

With only the group winners securing qualification for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2027, Wadoo’s youngsters will be aware of the importance of maintaining their momentum.

After scoring 12 goals without conceding against Guam, India will head into Tuesday’s crucial showdown with plenty of confidence and the opportunity to take another significant step towards qualification.