The SAFF Women's Under-19 Championship ended inconclusively as India and Bangladesh were declared joint winners.
In a surprise turn of events, the SAFF Women's Under-19 Championship concluded with India and Bangladesh being declared joint winners. Several unusual incidents took place in the tournament held in Dhaka which led to this unprecedented decision.
coin toss drama
- The match between India and Bangladesh ended in a 1–1 draw after scheduled time and penalties also failed to break the deadlock, resulting in the score being 11–11.
- Initially, a coin was tossed to determine the winner, with India emerging victorious.
- However, protests from the home crowd and Bangladesh players led to the decision being reevaluated.
situation of confusion among officials
- The match commissioner's initial decision to resolve the deadlock by tossing a coin lacked clarity and generated controversy.
- In such a unique situation, there was a lack of clear guidelines regarding the rules of the tournament.
Resolution: joint winner
- Ultimately, the match commissioner overturned the decision and declared both India and Bangladesh joint winners of the SAFF Women's Under-19 Championship.
- The decision marked India's fourth age-group title in women's SAFF competitions and their first win on Bangladeshi soil.