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Manipur Ends 25-Year Title Wait With 3-0 Win in Dr. BC Roy Final

A compact defence that stifled West Bengal’s top scorer underpinned Manipur’s third junior national title.

Overview

  • Lourembam Naocha Singh opened the scoring in the 17th minute after a precise cross from Khutleibam Sultan.
  • Ngayungmi Kashung doubled the lead with a 37th-minute rebound following Yumnam Sonamani’s headed effort.
  • Amom Krish Singh sealed the victory with a stoppage-time strike in the second minute of added time.
  • Both finalists arrived unbeaten and level on 13 goals scored en route to the championship match.
  • West Bengal’s tournament top scorer Rajdeep Paul was effectively contained by Manipur’s disciplined defensive structure.