Host India clinched the SAFF Championships for the ninth time. India defeated Kuwait 5-4 in a thrilling penalty shootout. After five rounds of penalties, the score was 4-4 and the sudden-death rule was applied. Indian goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu saved Hajiah's shot and secured the victory for the home team.
Host India clinched the SAFF Championships for the ninth time. India defeated Kuwait 5-4 in a thrilling penalty shootout. After five rounds of penalties, the score was 4-4 and the sudden-death rule was applied. Indian goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu saved Hajiah's shot and secured the victory for the home team.