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Indian Football Team Clinches 9th SAFF Championship Title, Cricket Fraternity Celebrates Historic Victory

  • Posted on July 6, 2023
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The Indian cricket community took to social media to celebrate the Indian men’s football team’s historic victory in the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship. India secured their ninth title by defeating Kuwait in a thrilling penalty shootout at the Sri Kanteerava Outdoor Stadium. Jay Shah, the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), congratulated the Blue Tigers for their nail-biting triumph. Dinesh Karthik and Washington Sundar, prominent cricketers, also praised the team’s performance in the intense final, commending their skill, teamwork, and determination.


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Indian cricket fraternity celebrates as the men’s football team clinches 9th SAFF Championship title/ Indian Football Team. (Photo Source : Twitter/@IndianFootball)

Even the Mumbai Indians, five-time champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), and the Royal Challengers Bangalore, a beloved cricket franchise, extended their congratulations to the Indian football team. Goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu emerged as the hero by making a crucial save during the penalty shootout, leading to animated celebrations among the home fans.


The match saw Shabaib Al Khaldi give Kuwait the lead, but India quickly equalized through Lallianzuala Chhangte. The game eventually came down to a nerve-wracking penalty shootout, with India emerging as the victors with a score of 5-4.


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Cricketing fraternity lauds India's record 9th SAFF Championship win ANI

The victory also brings recognition to Indian head coach Igor Stimac, who becomes the first foreign coach to win consecutive SAFF Championship titles. This triumph holds significance as it marks the first time India has defeated two West Asian countries consecutively, following their previous victory over Lebanon in the semifinals.


The overwhelming support and celebration from the Indian cricket community reflect the growing appreciation for football across various domains in the country. The Indian men’s football team’s triumph in the SAFF Championship stands as a proud milestone for the nation, showcasing their dedication and success in the sport.


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