Abi from Idukki is a central defender who is training with the U-13 team in Gokulam Kerala FC’s Valancheri facility under the tutelage of coach Shareef Khan. Rahul, who represented Gokulam Kerala FC in last year’s U-13 Youth League is from Ponnani and is a sprightly left wing back. Muhammad Arshad from Mannarkkad is a doughty defensive midfielder who can also play as a defender. Anas from Vengara in Malappuram is a striker who can also play in the wings. Rahul, Arshad and Anas trains in the Chelembra facility of Gokulam Kerala FC under the guidance coach V.P. Suneer.
“We are incredibly proud of the boys and this is just a beginning for Gokulam Kerala FC. We are committed to develop grassroots talents in Kerala and prepare them for bigger challenges in the future. The club wishes them best of luck for representing the state,” said Bino George, the Technical Director of Gokulam Kerala FC.
Kerala starts their campaign on August 12 against Andhra Pradesh and then will take on Tamilnadu on August 16.