Overview

• India reached the final with a dominant 3-0 semifinal win over Maldives, maintaining a perfect record with no goals conceded in the tournament so far.
• Bangladesh secured their spot in the final by defeating Nepal 2-1 in a closely contested semifinal match.
• The final will take place on Sunday at the Golden Jubilee Stadium in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh, marking the first international football tournament hosted in the region.
• India has historically dominated SAFF age-group finals against Bangladesh, winning all four previous encounters, including the 2024 U17 final.
• Heavy monsoon rains have impacted preparations and match conditions, adding an extra layer of challenge for both teams.