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Right Owned by Independent News ServiceIndia set for blockbuster clash vs Pakistan in SAFF Championship 2026 opener
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India overcame a 1‑0 deficit to defeat Japan and retain the Asian Champions Trophy, scoring four goals in the final 18 minutes of the match. The host’s late surge secured the victory, while Malaysia finished third in the tournament.
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Defending champions India edged arch-rivals Pakistan 3-2 in their SAFF Championships opener in Dhaka thanks to a brace from Suhail Ahmad Bhat.
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Defending champions India mounted a spectacular second-half comeback against Japan in the Asian Champions Trophy 2026 final in Mohali. Trailing 0-1 after an early 3rd-minute goal by Japan’s Kazumasa Matsumoto, India broke through Japan’s resolute defense in the third quarter via Shilanand Lakra. The…
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India have defeated Pakistan 3-2 in the SAFF Championship 2026 opener at the National Stadium in Dhaka. The Naushad Moosa-coached side was forced to play with a second-string squad as several of the players couldn’t link up with the team, as the Indian Super League is currently in full swing. The…
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India will begin their SAFF Championship title defence against Pakistan in Dhaka on Thursday with a depleted squad, as club commitments and the timing of the fixture have prevented several players from joining the national team for the opening encounter.
