Bangladesh Clinches SAFF U16 Women’s Championship Title, Defeating India in Shoot-Out Drama

In a riveting match, Bangladesh secured victory in a nail-biting shoot-out, claiming the inaugural SAFF U16 Women's Championship title against India. Despite India's early lead and determined performance, Bangladesh emerged triumphant with a 3-2 win in the shoot-out, continuing their decade-long dominance over their arch-rivals.

The match, held at ANFA Complex in Nepal’s Lalitpur, showcased India's spirited start, taking the lead with Anushka Kumari's goal in the fourth minute. However, Bangladesh fought back, finding the equalizer after a corner kick, leading to a 1-1 draw in regulation time.

The shoot-out witnessed a stellar performance from Bangladesh's goalkeeper, Yearzan Begum, who made three crucial saves. India's goalkeeper change, substituting Munni with Surajmuni Kumari, couldn't secure the win. This victory further solidifies Bangladesh's supremacy over India in South Asian women's football.