Yupia, May 17 -- Defending champions India stormed into the final of SAFF U19 Championship 2025 with a commanding 3-0 victory against Maldives in front of a passionate home crowd and under pouring rain, at the Golden Jubilee Stadium in Yupia, as per the official website of AIFF.

Goals from Danny Meitei Laishram (14'), Omang Dodum (21'), and Prashan Jajo (66') ensured a smooth passage to the title clash, as India once again maintained their perfect record -- both in terms of wins and clean sheets.

India will face the Bangladesh U19 side, who went past Nepal 2-1 in the other semi-final, held earlier in the day.

From the outset, India looked sharp, hungry, and in complete control. Dominating possession and dictating the tempo, they pegged...