India defeated Pakistan 3-2 in the opening match of the SAFF Football Championship in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
The Indian team made a flying start, scoring three goals within the first 30 minutes to put Pakistan under considerable pressure.
Pakistan had an opportunity to reduce the deficit in the 36th minute, but Shahjoi Dost missed a penalty. The first half ended with India leading 3-0.
Pakistan showed a much-improved performance after the break, with Najeebullah scoring the team’s opening goal.
Just a minute later, Alamgir Ghazi found the net to bring Pakistan back into the contest and reduce India’s lead to 3-2.
Despite the late comeback attempt, Pakistan could not find another goal, and India held on to secure a 3-2 victory.
At the start of the match, players from both teams also exchanged high-fives.
The SAFF Football Championship match was broadcast live on Geo Super and the digital streaming platform Myco.