2018 CAFA U-15 Championship
The 2018 CAFA U-15 Championship was the second edition of the CAFA U-15 Championship, the international youth football championship organized by CAFA for the men's under-15 national teams of Central Asia. Uzbekistan was hosting the tournament. All 6 CAFA teams entered the tournament, with players born on or after 1 January 2003 eligible to participate. Afghanistan were the defending champions having inaugural competition in 2017.[1] but failed to retain their title after suffering two losses to Tajikistan and debutant Iran, who ultimately won the trophy unbeaten.[2] Participating teamsAll 6 CAFA nations entered the competition, with Iran making their debut after missing last year's edition.[3][4]
VenuesThe tournaments matches were held at three venues located throughout the capital city Tashkent.[5]
SquadsMain tournamentThe final tournament schedule was announced on 14 July 2018.[6]
Stadium of the Transport Institute, Tashkent Attendance: 140 Referee: Dzhumamurad Dzhumamuradov (Turkmenistan)
Stadium of the Transport Institute, Tashkent Referee: Kiyomiddin Piriev (Kyrgyzstan)
Stadium of the Transport Institute, Tashkent GoalscorersThere were 39 goals scored in 15 matches, for an average of 2.6 goals per match. 4 goals 3 goals 2 goals 1 goal Source: CAFA AwardsThe following awards were given at the conclusion of the tournament:[14]
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