Bangkok (Thailand), Jan. 27 -- It was a 77th Republic Day to remember for the Indian men's futsal team, who capped off a fine performance against rivals Pakistan with a 4-1 victory to seal the silver medal at the SAFF Futsal Championship 2026 at the Hua Mak Indoor Stadium here.
The Futsal Tigers, who are 133rd in the FIFA Men's Futsal Rankings, finished the championship with 11 points from six matches, seven behind Maldives (ranked 109th). Nepal, ranked 114th, also finished with 11 points, but only managed bronze due to an inferior goal difference.
Lalsawmpuia (25', 40') scored a brace, while Vincent Laltluangzela (6') and Nikhil Mali (32') netted a goal each for India. Ali Agha (19') was the only scorer for Pakistan. Both sides weretied ...