Manipur outclass UP in Swami Vivekananda U-20 Men's NFC
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, May 15 2025:
Manipur notched up a convincing 2-0 win over Uttar Pradesh in their Group C clash of the Swami Vivekananda U-20 Men's National Football Championship 2025 on Thursday at RKM Ashrama Ground, Narainpur, Chhattisgarh.
The state side took control early on, with their persistent attacking play rewarded in the 21st minute when Md Abash broke the deadlock with a clinical finish.
Spurred on by the opener, Manipur continued to press forward, but Uttar Pradesh's defence regrouped and held firm to prevent further damage before half-time.
After the interval, the contest remained fiercely contested until Leishungbam Bankimchandra struck in the 74th minute, doubling Manipur's lead and effectively sealing the three points.