In the SAFF Championship final, India faced a tough challenge against Kuwait. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Lallianzuala Chhangte scoring a crucial equalizer for India. In the penalty shootout, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu made a match-winning save to secure a 5-4 victory for India, earning them their ninth SAFF Championship title.
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How things went for India in SAFF Championship final?
Throughout the tournament, India displayed exceptional performances, overcoming challenges and delivering when it mattered the most. Sunil Chhetri’s leadership was commendable, and Gurpreet Singh Sandhu’s heroics earned him the reputation of being a clutch performer in the SAFF Championship .
The team’s solid defense and ability to dominate the game were key factors in their success as the pair of Anwar Ali and Sandesh Jinghan has been doing wonders for India. Anwar Ali has been the best defender in the entire SAFF Championship and his ball distribution is top-notch.
Though India has their negatives as well, being poor in final thirds and at times having 1D approach in the gameplay. The lack of goal threat from the midfield is also a concern and the players need to be calm at moments to slow the game’s tempo.
The victory in the SAFF Championship final brings great joy to the Indian fans, and the team now looks forward to participating in upcoming tournaments such as Thailand’s King’s Cup and Malaysia’s Merdeka Tournament.