India lifted their seventh SAFF U-17 Championship title after edging Bangladesh 4-1 on penalties in a tense final at Colombo’s Racecourse International Stadium. The Blue Colts led 2-1 at half-time, conceded a late equaliser, but held their nerve in the shootout.
Telangana footballer Hrishikesh Charan Manavathi has been picked for the India squad in the SAFF U17 Championship in Sri Lanka, continuing his consistent performances in national tournaments since 2022
