India advances to U-16 SAFF Championship final with 8-goal rout against Maldives

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XtraTime Web Desk: In a thrilling semi-final match of the U-16 SAFF Championship held at Changlimithang Stadium in Bhutan on Friday, the Indian football team emerged victorious against the Maldives, securing an 8-0 win. In the first half, India took the lead with a 2-0 scoreline, and in the second half, the young Indian footballers added half a dozen more goals to their tally.

The match saw goals from several Indian players, with Aibirlang Kharthangmaw and Mohammad Arbash both scoring twice. Additionally, Vishal Yadav, Mohammed Kaif, Levis Zangminlun, and Manbhakupar Malngiang contributed with goals of their own.

In the final, the Indian team will face either Bangladesh or Pakistan, the winners of the match. This final showdown will determine the champion of the South Asian Football Championship, and it promises to be an exciting match for football fans.