Bangladesh and India will face off in the SAFF U-20 Championship 2026 final on Friday in the Maldives. Bangladesh reached the final by defeating Nepal 1-0, while India secured their spot after a dominant victory over Bhutan in the second semi-final, setting up a title showdown at the National Stadium in Malé.
Key Details for the Final:
Teams: Bangladesh vs. India
Venue: National Stadium, Malé, Maldives
Date: Friday, April 3, 2026 (based on tournament dates,)
Bangladesh Path: Beat Nepal 1-0 in the semi-final on April 1, 2026.
India Path: Won against Bhutan in the second semi-final.
This final follows a highly competitive tournament in the Maldives running from 23 March–3 April 2026. Bangladesh's qualification was earned through a 1-0 win thanks to an 11th-minute goal from Md Manik.