Services defeated Kerala 1-0 in the Santosh Trophy 2025-26 final at Dhakuakhana Football Stadium, Assam. Abhishek Pawar scored in the 109th minute to secure Services’ eighth title, repeating their 2012-13 final win over Kerala
The Santosh Trophy 2025-26 Final Round began in Assam with West Bengal defeating Nagaland 4-0. Tamil Nadu edged hosts Assam 1-0, while Rajasthan beat Uttarakhand 3-2 to join the champions on three points
