SAFF U-16 Championship Holders India claim fifth title

THIMPHU: The Indian boys defended their title in the SAFF U-16 Champions, beating Bangladesh 2-0 in a high-octane final here on Sunday to lift the cup for the fifth time in the tournament's history.

In the final, Bharat Lairenjam gave the Indian boys an early lead in the 8th minute and then Levis Zangminlun sealed victory in the 74th minute at the Changlimithang Stadium in the Bhutan capital.

Guided by head coach Ishfaq Ahmed, the Blue Colts had a sparkling run throughout the championship. They exhibited a mesmerising brand of free-flowing, attacking football that left opponents struggling. IANS

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