Delhi and Mizoram set for Swami Vivekananda U-20 final showdown

Delhi and Mizoram secured commanding semifinal wins to book their places in the Swami Vivekananda U-20 Men’s National Football Championship final. Mizoram’s 4-0 thrashing of Meghalaya, powered by Mesak C Lalrinngheta’s brace including a penalty, and Delhi’s clinical victory over SAI highlight their dominance heading into the title clash.

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The Swami Vivekananda U-20 Mens National Football Championship final will feature a thrilling showdown between Delhi and Mizoram after both teams secured dominant semifinal victories in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh.

Delhi showcased tactical superiority in their first semifinal against the Sports Authority of India (SAI), controlling the match from the start. Their pressure paid off early when Arman Ahmed scored a 15th-minute header, giving Delhi a crucial lead that they maintained to reach the final.

Meanwhile, Mizoram delivered a ruthless performance against Meghalaya, winning 4-0. Mesak C Lalrinngheta was the star, scoring twice (28', 76' penalty), while Dantes K Lalhriatpuia and F Vanlalchhanchhuaha added late goals to seal the victory.

Mizoram's attacking depth and sharpness were evident as they pressed purposefully and exploited defensive errors. Lalrinngheta's penalty in the 76th minute doubled their lead, effectively breaking Meghalaya's resistance.

This year’s Mizoram team has been impressive throughout the tournament, previously defeating Rajasthan 4-0, Kerala 2-1, Bihar 7-0 in the group stage, and edging Karnataka 1-0 in the quarterfinals.

Delhi and Mizoram now prepare for a highly anticipated final clash, each having demonstrated clinical precision and tactical discipline en route.

Quotes:
"From the first whistle, Delhi dictated the rhythm of the match, pressing high and moving the ball with confidence and composure."
"Mizoram looked the livelier side, pressing with purpose and spreading play across the flanks."

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- Delhi semifinal win: 1-0 vs SAI
- Mizoram semifinal win: 4-0 vs Meghalaya
- Mizoram scorers: Mesak C Lalrinngheta (28', 76' pen), Dantes K Lalhriatpuia (83'), F Vanlalchhanchhuaha (90'+2)
- Mizoram group stage wins: Rajasthan 4-0, Kerala 2-1, Bihar 7-0
- Mizoram quarterfinal win: Karnataka 1-0
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Delhi and Mizoram will clash in the Swami Vivekananda U-20 Men’s National Football Championship final after commanding semifinal wins. Delhi defeated Sports Authority of India 1-0, while Mizoram overwhelmed Meghalaya 4-0, powered by Mesak C Lalrinngheta’s two goals and a penalty in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh.
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Delhi and Mizoram win semifinals to reach final

Delhi put on a commanding performance in the first semi-final, dismantling the Sports Authority of India (SAI) with clinical precision.
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Key Facts
  • Mizoram defeated Meghalaya 4-0 in the second semifinal with goals by Mesak C Lalrinngheta (28', 76' penalty), Dantes K Lalhriatpuia (83'), and F Vanlalchhanchhuaha (90'+2).2The-aiff
  • Delhi dominated the first semifinal against Sports Authority of India, winning with an early goal by Arman Ahmed (15').The-aiff
  • Delhi and Mizoram set up the final showdown in the Swami Vivekananda U-20 Men9s National Football Championship 2025.
Key Stats at a Glance
Mizoram vs Meghalaya semifinal match score
4-0
Goals scored by Mesak C Lalrinngheta
2 goals
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Delhi's opening goal timing by Arman Ahmed
15 minutes
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Background Context

Meghalaya's 2025 campaign shows marked progress

Key Facts
  • Meghalaya showed significant improvement in 2025 by reaching the semifinals after strong group stage wins, unlike in 2024 when they failed to progress past the group stage.1
  • Meghalaya's 2025 group stage wins included a 4-0 victory over Rajasthan, 2-1 against Kerala, and 7-0 against Bihar before edging Karnataka 1-0 in the quarterfinals.1
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Meghalaya group stage and quarterfinal match scores
4-0, 2-1, 7-0, 1-0
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