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The Hindu
20-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Bijay Chhetri becomes first Indian footballer to sign a permanent contract with Latin American side
Bijay Chhetri became the first Indian player to join a South American side permanently when he signed a full-time contract with Uruguayan club Colon FC. Colón is based in Montevideo and competes in the Segunda Division Profesional (second division) of Uruguay. The 23-year-old centre-back was on loan at the club from Chennaiyin FC last season and made his debut against La Luz in November 2024. He became the second Indian to play in Latin America after Romeo Fernandes, who turned out for Atlético Paranaense on loan in 2015. 'Some officials of Colon FC have also been really supportive of my growth since the day I arrived from Chennaiyin FC last year on a loan and subsequently earned a permanent transfer with the club in January. I would like to make a special mention to them,' Chhetri wrote on social media. ALSO READ: India beats Bangladesh on penalties to win SAFF U-19 Championship 2025 Chhetri, from Manipur, began his footballing career with Shillong Lajong in 2016 and made his senior debut with Indian Arrows in 2018. Since then, he has played for clubs such as Chennai City, Real Kashmir and Sreenidi Deccan before joining Chennaiyin FC this season — his maiden ISL club. At Colon, however, Chhetri played just 25 minutes last season and will look to improve on that this time around. Related Topics Chennaiyin FC / Manipur
United News of India
18-05-2025
- Sport
- United News of India
India win SAFF U-19 title in penalty shootout
Yupia (Arunachal Pradesh), May 18 (UNI) India clinched the SAFF U-19 Championship 2025 title with a dramatic 4–3 win on penalties against Bangladesh after the final ended 1–1 in regulation time at the Golden Jubilee Stadium here on Sunday. Captain Singamayum Shami opened the scoring for the hosts in the second minute with a long-range free-kick that beat Bangladesh goalkeeper Md Ismail Hossain Mahin, giving India a dream start. Bangladesh, however, equalised in the 61st minute through Md Joy Ahamed, who slotted home amid a goalmouth scramble following a corner kick. With no further goals scored, the match proceeded to a penalty shootout. Rohen Singh's miss early in the shootout gave Bangladesh a brief advantage, but the tide turned when their captain Nazmul Huda Faysal fired over the crossbar. Indian custodian Suraj Singh Aheibam then produced a vital save to deny Salahuddin Sahed, before Shami stepped up to convert the decisive penalty and seal the victory. India had dominated the opening exchanges, maintaining early possession and momentum. Shami's second-minute strike, taken from over 30 yards out, curled past Mahin, who got a hand to the ball but could not prevent it from finding the net. In the 16th minute, Omang Dodum nearly doubled the lead with a dazzling solo run, but Mahin kept Bangladesh in the contest with a fine save. Bangladesh gradually asserted themselves, cutting off India's midfield supply and gaining traction through set-pieces. Their persistence paid off in the second half with the equaliser, India's first conceded goal of the tournament. The final stages saw both sides battling hard but creating few clear chances, leading to the tense shootout. With this win, defending champions India secured back-to-back SAFF U-19 titles. They had earlier topped Group B with dominant victories over Sri Lanka (8–0) and Nepal (4–0), and booked their place in the final with a 3–0 win against the Maldives in the semi-finals. UNI BDN GNK
Business Upturn
18-05-2025
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- Business Upturn
Who is Singamayum Shami? Indian captain who sealed SAFF U-19 final against Bangladesh
Singamayum Shami is an emerging football sensation from India who recently shot to fame after captaining the India U-19 national football team to a thrilling victory in the SAFF U-19 Championship 2025. Known for his composure, leadership, and exceptional free-kick abilities, Shami has quickly become one of the most talked-about young talents in Indian football. Early Life and Background Born on April 18, 2007, in Manipur, India, Singamayum Shami hails from a state renowned for producing exceptional football talent. According to the All India Football Federation (AIFF), Shami represented the Punjab Football Association at the state level, indicating his early exposure to competitive football outside his home state. Shami currently plays as a midfielder for Punjab FC, a prominent club in the Indian Super League (ISL). In the 2024-2025 ISL season, Shami made five appearances for Punjab FC, demonstrating his versatility in midfield. On March 6, 2025, Shami etched his name in ISL history by scoring a goal against Hyderabad FC at the age of 17 years and 322 days, becoming the youngest-ever goal-scorer in the league's history. SAFF U-19 Championship 2025 Heroics Shami played a pivotal role in India's title-winning campaign at the 2025 SAFF U-19 Championship. In the final against Bangladesh, Shami scored a stunning goal from a direct free-kick, giving India the lead in a high-stakes match. Despite Bangladesh equalizing through Mohammad Joy Ahamed, the game ended 1-1 and moved to a tense penalty shootout. Under pressure, India fell behind after missing one of their early penalties while Bangladesh scored their first three. However, dramatic misses by Bangladesh in their final two kicks gave India a lifeline. In a fitting finale, Captain Singamayum Shami stepped up to take the decisive penalty—and calmly slotted it home to seal a 4-3 shootout victory and secure the championship. SAFF U-19Singamayum Shami Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
SAFF U19 Championship 2025: India defeat Bangladesh in nail-biting penalties in front of packed Arunachal Pradesh stadium
The SAFF U-19 Championship 2025 final saw India face Bangladesh on Sunday, May 18, at the Golden Jubilee Stadium in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh. Coming in as strong favourites, the Blue Colts did not disappoint the jam-packed stadium, which had been cheering them on throughout the tournament. 🏆🏆🏆 𝘾𝙃𝘼𝙈𝙋𝙄𝙊𝙉𝙎 🏆🏆🏆#BANIND #BlueColts #U19SAFF2025 #IndianFootball ⚽️ The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with India making an early breakthrough in the second minute. However, Bangladesh responded with determination, equalizing shortly after the hour mark. Both sides maintained relentless intensity, keeping the contest tightly contested throughout. The game entered the penalty shootout and the battle stayed neck-and-neck, but India held their nerve to edge past Bangladesh 4-3 and lift the 2025 U-19 SAFF Men's Championship trophy. 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬 ⚡⚡⚡#BANIND #BlueColts #U19SAFF2025 #IndianFootball ⚽️ This became India's record-extending 10th SAFF age-group title. The Blue Colts have now defeated Bangladesh in all four SAFF finals they've met in, including last year's U-17 championship clash. India and Bangladesh road to Final India reached the final with dominant performances, defeating Sri Lanka (8-0), Nepal (4-0), and Maldives (3-0) in the semifinal. Bangladesh, unbeaten until the final, faced their first loss of the tournament against the hosts after earlier drawing with Maldives and securing wins over Bhutan and Nepal. More to follow...
The Hindu
09-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
SAFF U-19 Championship 2025: Schedule, Teams, Live streaming info, Tickets, India squad
The 2025 edition of the SAFF U-19 Championship begins on May 9 in Arunachal Pradesh's Golden Jubilee Stadium with six participating teams, which have been divided into two groups of three. Host nation India has Nepal and Sri Lanka in Group B while Group A has Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Maldives. SAFF U-19 Championship 2025 schedule Bangladesh vs Maldives - May 9 (4 pm IST) Sri Lanka vs India - May 9 (7:30 pm IST) Bhutan vs Bangladesh - May 11 (4 pm IST) Nepal vs Sri Lanka - May 11 (7:30 pm IST) Maldives vs Bhutan - May 13 (4 pm IST) India vs Nepal - May 13 (7:30 pm IST) Semifinal 1 - May 16 (3:30 pm IST) Semifinal 2 - May 16 (7:30 pm IST) Final - May 18 (7 pm IST) Where to watch SAFF U-19 Championship 2025? All the the matches will be streamed live on Sportzworkz YouTube channel. How to buy tickets for the SAFF U-19 Championship 2025? The tickets for the SAFF U-19 Championship 2025 matches can be purchased on India squad for SAFF U-19 Championship 2025 Goalkeepers: Aarush Hari, Aheibam Suraj Singh, Rohit. Defenders: Ashik Adhikari, Takhellambam Bungson Singh, Jodric Abranches, Malemngamba Singh Thokchom, Mohammed Kaif, Sumit Sharma Brahmacharimayum, Sohum Utreja, Roshan Singh Thangjam. Midfielders: Danny Meitei Laishram, Gurnaj Singh Grewal, Md Arbash, Ningthoukhongjam Rishi Singh, Singamayum Shami. Forwards: Ahongshangbam Samson, Bharat Lairenjam, Chaphamayum Rohen Singh, Omang Dodum, Prashan Jajo, Hemneichung Lunkim, Yohaan Benjamin. Head Coach: Bibiano Fernandes
