Published on, Sept. 23 -- September 23, 2025 7:40 AM

India defeated Pakistan 3-2 in a thrilling SAFF U-17 Championship group match at Colombo Racecourse Stadium on Monday. Both teams had already secured semi-final berths, but India's win sealed the top spot in Group B.

Pakistan twice fought back to equalize through Mohammad Abdullah's penalty and Hamza Yasir's rebound strike. However, India's substitute Rahan Ahmed scored the decisive goal in the 73rd minute to clinch victory for his side.

With this result, India will now face Nepal, the Group A runners-up, in the semi-finals. Pakistan, meanwhile, will take on Bangladesh, who have defeated them in the last two semi-final encounters.

The match was packed with drama as India first took ...