Manipur defeat Haryana to reach women's football final at Nat'l Games
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, November 03 2023:
Manipur beat Haryana in a penalty shootout to reach the women's football final at the 37th National Games on Friday.
The state women fought back from a goal down to force a 1-1 draw against Haryana before the game went into spot kicks, where Manipur prevailed 3-2 for their place in the final.
After a goalless first period, Manipur fell behind when Sanju Yadav scored in the 61st minute for Haryana.
But Manipur clawed their way back into contention with a 77th-minute leveller by Moirangthem Ambika Devi whose effort forced a 1-1 tie through the regulation.
In the penalty shootout, Wangkhem Linthoingambi, Phanjoubam Nirmala and Nongmeirakpam all made their shots count to help the state side overcome their opponents.