Pakistan Beat Bangladesh 1-0 to Reach First-Ever SAFF Championship Final

DHAKA (Nazrana Times Sports Desk): Pakistan defeated hosts Bangladesh 1-0 in the SAFF Football Championship semifinal at the National Stadium in Dhaka, reaching the tournament’s final for the first time. Abdul Samad scored the decisive goal in the 86th minute. Pakistan will face India in the final on November 17.

Bangladesh enjoyed more possession throughout the match, but Pakistan’s disciplined and resilient defence prevented the hosts from converting their attacking efforts into goals.

Abdul Samad Scores the Winner

The breakthrough came in the 86th minute when Abdul Samad beat the opposing defenders and scored with his left foot, giving Pakistan the lead.

Bangladesh pushed hard for an equaliser in the closing stages, but Pakistan’s defence held firm to protect the advantage.

Pakistan Keep Composure Amid Late Tension

The match also saw incidents of crowd disturbances and unpleasant behaviour. Bangladeshi players were involved in exchanges with Pakistani footballers late in the game, but Pakistan maintained their composure and secured the 1-0 victory.

Under coach Nolberto Solano, Pakistan are now one win away from claiming their first SAFF Championship title.