India defeats Maldives 3-1, sets up semis clash

The match: India defeated Maldives by 3-1 in the SAFF Championship on June 28, 2023, at the Bangabandhu National Stadium in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

The goals: Sunil Chhetri scored a brace for India in the 38th and 58th minutes. Sahal Abdul Samad scored the other goal for India in the 45th minute. Maldives' lone goal was scored by Ali Ashfaq in the 87th minute.

The performance: India dominated the match from start to finish. They created several chances and were clinical in front of goal. Maldives had a few chances, but they were unable to capitalize.


The significance: India's victory over Maldives sets up a semi-finals clash against Lebanon. The match will be played on July 2, 2023, at the Bangabandhu National Stadium in Dhaka, Bangladesh.