Yupia (Arunachal Pradesh), 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 here.
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 on Friday night.
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 Maldive...