India have defeated Nepal 4-2 in the semifinals of the SAFF U17 Championship to make it to the finals. They will be facing Bangladesh in the deciding game of the tournament for a chance to extend their tally of titles.
Bangladesh defeated Pakistan 8-7 on penalties to advance to the finals, and will now have a chance to face the best side in the tournament for a shot at glory.
India defeat Nepal U17 to make it to finals
After 96 minutes of nerve-racking action and late drama, the Blue Colts steamroll their way into the SAFF U17 Championship Finals 🔥💪🏻#IndianFootball #BlueColts #IndiaU17 #INDNEP pic.twitter.com/b6OOonGMw8
— Khel Now (@KhelNow) September 28, 2024
Neither side was able to find the back of the net in the first half, with it ending 0-0. However, the second half saw six goals being scored, with five being turned in by India.
Rishi Singh, Hemneichung Lunkim, and a Vishal Yadav brace helped the Blue Colts surge ahead. On the other hand, and unfortunate own goal by Mohammed Kaif reduced the deficit while Nepal were only able to find the back of the net once through Subash Bam.
Now, the Blues Colts need to turn their attention to a formidable opponent in Bangladesh to try and win the SAFF U17 Championship once again. It won’t be easy, but they have already managed to overcome the Tigers 1-0 in the group stage.
How many times has India won the SAFF U17 Championship?
Five times
