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.