Assam wins Junior Girls' Tier 2 football title on penalties

Assam won the Dr Talimeren Ao Junior Girls’ National Football Championship Tier 2 title by defeating the Sports Authority of India (SAI) 3-2 in a penalty shootout. The match at the RK Ashram Ground in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh, ended in a goalless draw during regulation time.

Assam goalkeeper Furchang Lama played a decisive role in the shootout, making multiple saves to keep the score level. Maanwi Mech secured the victory for Assam by successfully converting the fifth and final penalty kick.

By reaching the final, both Assam and SAI have earned promotion to Tier 1 for the upcoming season.