Maldives U20 Collapses as Urbanyi Rebuilds; Diamond Jubilee Awaits
Maldives U20 lost 3-2 to Sri Lanka after leading 2-0 at halftime in the SAFF U-20 Championship opener. Head coach István Urbányi, who returned in January 2026, emphasises long-term rebuilding and youth development ahead of the Diamond Jubilee International Tournament from June 1-10.
Maldives U20 lost 3-2 to Sri Lanka after leading 2-0 at halftime in the SAFF U-20 Championship opener. Head coach István Urbányi, who returned in January 2026, emphasises long-term rebuilding and youth development ahead of the Diamond Jubilee International Tournament from June 1-10.
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“Ifra suffered a hemorrhagic stroke on Monday and was admitted to ADK Hospital in critical condition.”
“National Football teams assistant coach from 1995-2008 Mohan, who got the head coach role acknowledged the significant changes in Sri Lankan football over recent years, emphasizing that the upcoming clashes will be far from easy.”
István Urbányi returns as Maldives head coach and technical director.
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István Urbányi
Maldives head coach and technical director leading the national team rebuild.
Ilan Imran
Maldives U20 captain who scored two goals in the SAFF U-20 Championship opener.
Maldives national football team (U20)
Host team in SAFF U-20 Championship; lost opening match.
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