The group stage of the SAFF U-20 Championship 2026 in Malé concluded with India and Nepal topping their groups, setting up semi-finals in which Nepal face Bangladesh and India meet Bhutan. India and Bangladesh drew 1-1, with both teams collecting four points and India advancing on goal difference, while both sides' coaches were sent off during the match.
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The semi-finals will be played on Wednesday, with Nepal facing Bangladesh in the evening fixture before India meet Bhutan in the night match
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Bangladesh confirmed their place in the last four after earning a hard-fought 1–1 draw against India at the National Football Stadium.
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India opened the scoring in the 17th minute when Vishal Yadav rose highest to power in a header from a corner after a strong opening spell from the Indian side.
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