Overview

• India advanced after a 3-0 semi-final win over Nepal, with second-half goals from Wangkheirakpam Gunleiba, Azlaan Shah Kh and Diamond Singh Thokchom.
• The final kicks off Saturday at 18:00 IST at Colombo’s Racecourse International Stadium and will stream live on the Sportzworkz YouTube channel.
• Bangladesh beat Pakistan 2-0 in their semi-final, routed Nepal and Sri Lanka 4-0 in the group stage and have yet to concede in the tournament.
• India are unbeaten with four wins from four and, as defending champions, are chasing an 11th SAFF men’s youth title.
• Head coach Bibiano Fernandes praised India’s composure and urged the team to stick to its identity, while captain Wangkhem Denny Singh said the plan is to outthink Bangladesh’s physical approach.