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United News of India
17-05-2025
- Sport
- United News of India
India beat Maldives to set up SAFF U19 summit clash with Bangladesh
Yupia (Arunachal Pradesh), May 17 (UNI) 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 Maldives deep into their own half with wave after wave of attacks. Their pressing game was relentless, their passing crisp, their positioning perfect. The early breakthrough came in the 14th minute following a well-worked corner routine. Prashan Jajo floated in a teasing delivery from the left, and Danny Meitei connected sweetly with a left-footed volley that took a bounce and crashed into the back of the net. It was Danny's fifth goal of the tournament and yet another example of his clinical finishing. India's second goal followed just six minutes later and was a product of seamless teamwork. Jajo once again played the architect, darting down the left wing before scooping the ball over the Maldives backline. Meitei smartly laid it off to local favourite Omang Dodum, who made no mistake from close range, giving India a 2-0 cushion heading into half-time. Though Maldives had shown flashes of attacking flair in previous matches, they found it difficult to carve open the Indian defence. When they did manage to get shots off, goalkeeper Suraj Singh Aheibam was equal to the task. India were tactically astute in the second half, not allowing the Maldives time or space to mount a comeback. Anticipating their tendency to push hard after the break, India closed down passing lanes and nullified any potential threat. The heavens opened up in the second half, drenching the pitch and making conditions tricky. Yet, India adapted well and soon took advantage of a goalkeeping error. In the 65th minute, Jajo unleashed a powerful right-footed strike from outside the box. Maldives custodian Xahran Hassan Ziyad misjudged the pace of the shot and allowed the ball to slip through his hands — an unfortunate moment that sealed the contest at 3-0. Despite a few late attempts by the Maldives to salvage pride, India's backline remained resolute under the downpour, wrapping up another assured performance. India U19: Aheibam Suraj Singh (GK), Jodric Abranches, Sumit Sharma Brahmacharimayum, Singamayum Shami (C) (Gurnaj Singh Grewal 82'), Omang Dodum (Bharat Lairenjam 71'), Md Arbash, Chaphamayum Rohen Singh, Malemngamba Singh Thokchom (Roshan Singh Thangjam 46'), Danny Meitei Laishram (Rishi Singh 71'), Sohum Utreja, Prashan Jajo (Yohaan Benjamin 71'). In the other match, Bangladesh secured their spot in the final of the SAFF U-19 Championship with a hard-fought 2-1 win against Nepal U-19 in a tightly contested semi-final. After a cagey and goalless first half, the game burst into life in the final 20 minutes. Ashikur Rahman opened the scoring in the 74th minute, breaking the deadlock with a composed finish. Nazmul Huda Faysal added a second just seven minutes later to give Bangladesh a commanding lead. Nepal responded with a late goal in the 87th minute through Sujan Dangol, sparking hopes of a dramatic comeback. However, Bangladesh held their nerve in the closing minutes to secure a narrow, yet deserved victory, and book their place in the summit clash. UNI BM
India Gazette
17-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
SAFF U-19 Championship: Bangladesh edge past Nepal to reach final
Yupia (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], May 17 (ANI): Bangladesh secured their spot in the final of the SAFF U-19 Championship with a hard-fought 2-1 win against Nepal U-19 in a tightly contested semi-final, according to the official website of AIFF. After a cagey and goalless first half, the game burst into life in the final 20 minutes. Ashikur Rahman opened the scoring in the 74th minute, breaking the deadlock with a composed finish. Nazmul Huda Faysal added a second just seven minutes later to give Bangladesh a commanding lead. Nepal responded with a late goal in the 87th minute through Sujan Dangol, sparking hopes of a dramatic comeback. However, Bangladesh held their nerve in the closing minutes to secure a narrow yet deserved victory and book their place in the summit clash. In the other semi-final, 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. 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. Bangladesh will face the Indian side in the final. From the outset, India looked sharp, hungry, and in complete control. Dominating possession and dictating the tempo, they pegged Maldives deep into their own half with wave after wave of attacks. Their pressing game was relentless, their passing crisp, their positioning perfect. The early breakthrough came in the 14th minute following a well-worked corner routine. Prashan Jajo floated in a teasing delivery from the left, and Danny Meitei connected sweetly with a left-footed volley that took a bounce and crashed into the back of the net. It was Danny's fifth goal of the tournament and yet another example of his clinical finishing. India's second goal followed just six minutes later and was a product of seamless teamwork. Jajo once again played the architect, darting down the left wing before scooping the ball over the Maldives backline. Meitei smartly laid it off to local favourite Omang Dodum, who made no mistake from close range, giving India a 2-0 cushion heading into half-time. Though the Maldives had shown flashes of attacking flair in previous matches, they found it difficult to carve open the Indian defence. When they did manage to get shots off, goalkeeper Suraj Singh Aheibam was equal to the task. India were tactically astute in the second half, not allowing the Maldives time or space to mount a comeback. Anticipating their tendency to push hard after the break, India closed down passing lanes and nullified any potential threat. The heavens opened up in the second half, drenching the pitch and making conditions tricky. Yet, India adapted well and soon took advantage of a goalkeeping error. In the 65th minute, Jajo unleashed a powerful right-footed strike from outside the box. Maldives custodian Xahran Hassan Ziyad misjudged the pace of the shot and allowed the ball to slip through his hands -- an unfortunate moment that sealed the contest at 3-0. Despite a few late attempts by the Maldives to salvage pride, India's backline remained resolute under the downpour, wrapping up another assured performance. (ANI)
India Gazette
17-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Goal-hungry India set up SAFF U19 summit clash with Bangladesh
Yupia (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], May 17 (ANI): 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 Maldives deep into their own half with wave after wave of attacks. Their pressing game was relentless, their passing crisp, their positioning perfect. The early breakthrough came in the 14th minute following a well-worked corner routine. Prashan Jajo floated in a teasing delivery from the left, and Danny Meitei connected sweetly with a left-footed volley that took a bounce and crashed into the back of the net. It was Danny's fifth goal of the tournament and yet another example of his clinical finishing. India's second goal followed just six minutes later and was a product of seamless teamwork. Jajo once again played the architect, darting down the left wing before scooping the ball over the Maldives backline. Meitei smartly laid it off to local favourite Omang Dodum, who made no mistake from close range, giving India a 2-0 cushion heading into half-time. Though Maldives had shown flashes of attacking flair in previous matches, they found it difficult to carve open the Indian defence. When they did manage to get shots off, goalkeeper Suraj Singh Aheibam was equal to the task. India were tactically astute in the second half, not allowing the Maldives time or space to mount a comeback. Anticipating their tendency to push hard after the break, India closed down passing lanes and nullified any potential threat. The heavens opened up in the second half, drenching the pitch and making conditions tricky. Yet, India adapted well and soon took advantage of a goalkeeping error. In the 65th minute, Jajo unleashed a powerful right-footed strike from outside the box. Maldives custodian Xahran Hassan Ziyad misjudged the pace of the shot and allowed the ball to slip through his hands -- an unfortunate moment that sealed the contest at 3-0. Despite a few late attempts by the Maldives to salvage pride, India's backline remained resolute under the downpour, wrapping up another assured performance. (ANI)
United News of India
14-05-2025
- Sport
- United News of India
India beat Nepal 4-0 in SAFF U19 Championship
Yupia (Arunachal Pradesh), May 14 (UNI) India sealed their spot at the top of Group B of the SAFF U19 Championship after a comprehensive 4-0 victory against Nepal at the Golden Jubilee Stadium here. The hosts scored two goals in each half. Rohen Singh Chaphamayum (28', 76') scored two goals, while local boy Omang Dodum (29') and Danny Meitei (84') netted one each on Tuesday night. India, with this win, finished Group B with a perfect six points from two matches, with a goal difference of 12. Nepal finish second with three points from their two matches. The hosts will face Maldives, Group A runners-ups at 7.30 pm IST on May 16, while Group A winners Bangladesh will play Nepal at 3.30 pm IST in the semi-finals on the same day. While both teams had already secured progression to the last four, it was a rather frantic start to the match. Perhaps neither side were willing to compromise on finishing at the top of the group. However, once the scoring began, India established themselves firmly in the drivers' seat. A cross from the left flank off Malemngamba Singh's left boot bounced off a couple of heads before landing kindly in front of Rohen, who swiftly proceeded to slide it past Nepal goalkeeper Bhakta Bahadur Pariyar in the 28th minute. A minute later, Omang doubled the lead when he was played through by Danny, before exhibiting some nifty footwork to side-foot it into the top corner. With a two goal difference, India grew in confidence, as they began to dominate the proceedings against Nepal. They began on the front foot after the change of ends, as the combination of Omang, Danny, and Prashan combined to give the Nepal defence a tough time. They added a third with less than 15 minutes of regulation time left. Prashan Jajo sent a low cut-back to Danny, who fired it from around the penalty spot. While his shot was saved by Pariyar, Rohen was at hand to volley in the rebound. Danny, who had been influential throughout the game, finally got on the scoresheet himself, when a long-range effort by India captain Singamayum Shami was thwarted by Pariyar. However, the playmaker, who had scored a hat-trick against Sri Lanka in the previous game, smartly poked the rebound in. India U19: Aheibam Suraj Singh (GK), Jodric Abranches, Sumit Sharma Brahmacharimayum, Singamayum Shami (C), Omang Dodum (Hemneichung Lunkim 67'), Md Arbash (Ningthoukhongjam Rishi Singh 67'), Chaphamayum Rohen Singh, Malemngamba Singh Thokchom (Roshan Singh Thangjam 46'), Danny Meitei Laishram (Gurnaj Singh Grewal 86'), Sohum Utreja, Prashan Jajo (Yohaan Benjamin 81'). In other match, Maldives drew 2-2 against Bhutan to finish second in Group A of the SAFF U19 Championship, earlier in the day. By dint of this result, Maldives got two points from their two matches, and finish second behind Bangladesh. Bhutan's Lham Tenzin (44') opened the scoring, but Aidh Mohamed Jaweez (75') levelled things up. Ashham Ibrahim Mohamed (90+3') netted an injury-time goal to put Maldives in the lead, though Chogyel S. Sherab drew Bhutan level in the dying minutes. The equaliser did not do Bhutan any good in the end, as Maldives make the cut for the last four. UNI BM
India Gazette
14-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
India U19s put Nepal to the sword
Yupia (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], May 14 (ANI): India sealed its spot at the top of Group B of the SAFF U19 Championship after a comprehensive 4-0 victory against Nepal at the Golden Jubilee Stadium on Tuesday. According to the official website of AIFF, the hosts scored two goals in each half. Rohen Singh Chaphamayum (28', 76') scored two goals, while local boy Omang Dodum (29') and Danny Meitei (84') netted one each. With this win, India finished Group B with a perfect six points from two matches and a goal difference of 12. Nepal finished second with three points from their two matches. The hosts will face the Group A runners-up, the Maldives, on Friday, while Group A winners Bangladesh will play Nepal in the semi-finals on the same day. While both teams had already secured progression to the last four, it was a rather frantic start to the match. Perhaps neither side were willing to compromise on finishing at the top of the group. However, once the scoring began, India established themselves firmly in the drivers' seat. A cross from the left flank off Malemngamba Singh's left boot bounced off a couple of heads before landing kindly in front of Rohen, who swiftly proceeded to slide it past Nepal goalkeeper Bhakta Bahadur Pariyar in the 28th minute. A minute later, Omang doubled the lead when he was played through by Danny, before exhibiting some nifty footwork to side-foot it into the top corner. With a two goal difference, India grew in confidence, as they began to dominate the proceedings against Nepal. They began on the front foot after the change of ends, as the combination of Omang, Danny, and Prashan combined to give the Nepal defence a tough time. They added a third with less than 15 minutes of regulation time left. Prashan Jajo sent a low cut-back to Danny, who fired it from around the penalty spot. While his shot was saved by Pariyar, Rohen was at hand to volley in the rebound. Danny, who had been influential throughout the game, finally got on the scoresheet himself, when a long-range effort by India captain Singamayum Shami was thwarted by Pariyar. However, the playmaker, who had scored a hat-trick against Sri Lanka in the previous game, smartly poked the rebound in. India U19: Aheibam Suraj Singh (GK), Jodric Abranches, Sumit Sharma Brahmacharimayum, Singamayum Shami (C), Omang Dodum (Hemneichung Lunkim 67'), Md Arbash (Ningthoukhongjam Rishi Singh 67'), Chaphamayum Rohen Singh, Malemngamba Singh Thokchom (Roshan Singh Thangjam 46'), Danny Meitei Laishram (Gurnaj Singh Grewal 86'), Sohum Utreja, Prashan Jajo (Yohaan Benjamin 81'). (ANI)
