India, Oct. 17 -- India U-15 head coach Bibiano Fernandes wants his young wards to develop a strong footballing foundation, tactical flexibility and good character as they prepare for the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, from October 22 to 31.

India have been placed in Group K alongside Bahrain, Cameroon, Grenada, Laos and Senegal, with the Blue Colts set to begin their campaign against Laos on October 24 at the Hovsan Competition Complex.

Fernandes said the team had made encouraging progress during preparations, with an emphasis on improving their understanding of the game and developing the physical and mental attributes required to compete at the international level.

"We want the players to establish a clear ide...