CUTTACK 17-Jul-2016
Despite being the host and last year’s runners-up, Odisha crashed out in the in the semifinals, losing to Haryana by a solitary goal in the Junior (U-19) Girls National Football Championship, which was held here at Barabati Stadium and Reserve Police Ground from July 1 to 17.
Defending champions Manipur retained the title, defeating Haryana in the final by 4-1 goals today. Odisha Sports Minister Sudam Marndi, Odisha Cricket Association secretary Asirbad Behra, Football Association of Odisha president Debashish Samantaray and secrtary Sanjay Behera handed over the trophy and medals in the closing function.
