Santosh Trophy: Karnataka beat Services 3-1 to enter final — Highlights

33' - Abhishek misses an easy chance for Karnataka

It's turning out to be a cagey affair in the first half. But suddenly, a Karnataka attack by Abhishek is foiled by the keeper.

Here's a look back at the thrilling match that played out when Karnataka last played a Santosh trophy semi: Jesin scores 5 as Kerala beat Karnataka 7-3 to qualify for Santosh Trophy final

Karnataka try to get second time lucky

Karnataka moving into the game more. Their captain Govindaswamy is getting into good positions. Meanwhile, Services' left winger, named Ronaldo, shows some sweet skills.

Karnataka, by the way, are the only team from among the semifinalists last year, who have made it into the last four this time too. They lost 7-4 in an absolute thriller of a match vs Kerala last year in the SF. Can they have better luck against Services?

15' - Karnataka look to weather storm

Services try to curl a shot in as action resumes after a long injury break. 

Karnataka attempt to build an attack of their own, looking more compact in the midfield. But it's Services who seem more threatening.

6' - Karnataka keeper forced to come out of box

Karnataka goalkeeper Bordoloi is forced to come out of his box as a stray Services forward breaks away from his defence. Makes a save and injures himself in the process.

1' - Services begin with attack

Services make the first attack as the match begins.

Karnataka vs Services Starting XIs

Santosh Trophy in Saudi Arabia

Why did the final stage of the Santosh Trophy, India's state-wise national championship, shift to Saudi shores for the first time? Here's what Captain Chhetri has to say about it:

Santosh Trophy Final: Meghalaya vs ?

It was an injury time goal which put Meghalaya in the final a little earlier today. The second clash promises to be an equally close-fought one.

The final will be on Saturday.