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India’s U-19 football team won the SAFF U-19 Championship 2025 by defeating Bangladesh 4-3 in a tense penalty shootout. The final was held at the Golden Jubilee Stadium in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh. After a 1-1 draw in regulation time, India showed great composure to clinch their second SAFF U-19 title, having previously won in 2023. This victory underscores India’s growing strength in South Asian youth football and highlights the success of its youth development programs. The championship features teams from across South Asia, promoting football among the region’s youth.