Bangladesh Beat India on Penalty Shootout to Reach SAFF U-20 Champion

Bangladesh secured a dramatic victory over India in the SAFF Under-20 Championship, winning 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a tightly contested match in Malé, Maldives.

The high-stakes encounter ended in a draw during regulation time, forcing the match into a tiebreaker. Showing composure under pressure, the Bangladesh U-20 team converted four of their penalties, while India missed crucial chances, handing the Red-Green side a memorable win.

With this victory, Bangladesh Champion of the tournament, keeping their title hopes alive.

The match was intense from the start, with both teams creating several scoring opportunities but failing to find a decisive goal within normal time. Bangladesh’s defense remained disciplined, while the goalkeeper played a key role during the penalty shootout with a vital save.

Football analysts have praised Bangladesh’s resilience and mental strength, especially in handling the pressure of the shootout against a strong Indian side.