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SAFF U16 Championship Final: India crowned champions after beating Bangladesh in final - Highlights
Bharat Lairenjam and Levis Zangminlun scored to secure India the trophy in the final of SAFF U16.
Bharat Lairenjam celebrating his goal in the SAFF U-16 Final
In the SAFF U-16 final at the prestigious Changlimithang Stadium, India secured an early lead in the 8th minute with a goal from Bharat Lairenjam, assisted by Levis Zangminlun.
Later in the 73rd minute, Levis Zangminlun added another goal with a brilliant solo effort. India's victory in the game earned them their fifth championship title.
As it happened:
Live Updates
- 10 Sept 2023 6:12 PM IST
39' Toomuch weight on that pass!
Md Kamal Merdha tries to launch a counter from the left flank, but his pass is overcooked, reaching Indian goalkeeper Suraj Singh first.
- 10 Sept 2023 6:08 PM IST
34' India going all guns blazing!!
Drama in the Bangladesh Box! The danger lingers as confusion reigns among their defense and goalkeeper. The ball spills in the box, and Bharat seizes the opportunity with a shot, but miraculously, Bangladesh manages to keep it out.
- 10 Sept 2023 6:02 PM IST
30' Throw-in for India!
Throw-in for India! The ball is initially cleared, but Usham Singh shows determination by keeping it in play. He attempts to cut into the box, but it ends up going out for a Bangladesh throw-in.
- 10 Sept 2023 5:56 PM IST
24' Free Kick for India!
Free Kick Opportunity for India! Yaipharemba Chingakham draws the foul just outside the box, leading to a promising free kick. Usham Singh steps up, but unfortunately, his effort goes wide.
- 10 Sept 2023 5:51 PM IST
18' Close call!
A momentary defensive lapse from India gives Bangladesh a dangerous chance. But, Suraj Singh's touch and Usham Singh's swift clearance save the day! India's defense stands strong!
- 10 Sept 2023 5:46 PM IST
12' Free Kick for Bangladesh!
Yaipharemba Chingakham commits the foul on the counter attack, giving Bangladesh a free-kick opportunity. Faysal steps up, but his effort sails wide of the target.
- 10 Sept 2023 5:41 PM IST
8' GOOAAALL
GOAL! India takes the lead in spectacular fashion! Usham Singh's interception sets the stage, and Levis Zangminlun's precise pass slices through the defense to find Bharat Lairenjam. The goalkeeper's touch is not enough as Bharat fires it home.
India 1 - 0 Bangladesh
- 10 Sept 2023 5:36 PM IST
4' India on the attack!
Early Action! In the 3rd minute, India pushes forward with determination. A free-kick opportunity from outside the box, but Bangladesh's height advantage helps them clear the danger effortlessly.
- 10 Sept 2023 5:31 PM IST
Kick Off!
Kick-off! The Blue Colts, sporting their blue kits, will start the match playing from left to right.
- 10 Sept 2023 5:12 PM IST
Bangladesh XI!
Starting XI: Md Nahidul Islam, Nazmul Huda Faysal, Md Imran Khan, Md Siam Omit, Md Ismail Hossen, Md Kamal Merdha, Md Mithu Chowdhury, Md Mursed Ali, Md Abu Rayhan Shaown, Md Abu Sayed, Swe Mong Sing Marma
Substitutes (12): Ashikur Rahman, Abdullah Junaid Cishty, Md. Manik, MH Mohibbullah, Md Imadul Haque, Sheikh Sangram, Md. Delwar, Arman Miah, Salah Uddin Sahed, Mohammad Ripon, Md Abdur Rahman, Md Alif Rahman Imtiage
