India emerges victorious in the SAFF Championships! In a thrilling penalty shootout
In an electrifying finale between India and Kuwait at the SAFF 2023 Final, India demonstrated their prowess by defeating Kuwait 5-4 in a gripping penalty shootout. With this remarkable victory, India secures the SAFF Championships title for the ninth time. This triumph marks India's ninth trophy in the history of the SAFF Championship, having participated in 14 editions of the tournament.
In the first half of the match, Kuwait initially took the lead with a goal from Shabib Al Khaldi in the 14th minute. However, India managed to equalize before halftime with a goal from Lallianzuala Chhangte in the 38th minute.
Ultimately, the game was decided in a penalty shootout, where India emerged victorious. Their goalkeeper, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, made a crucial save, denying Kuwait's Khalid E...