BHUBANESWAR 01-Oct-2018
Manipur emerged victors in the 24th Senior Women`s National Football Championships, defeating hosts Odisha 2-1 in the summit clash at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack today. The result marked the 19th occasion that Manipur won the trophy. Football Association of Odisha president Debashish Samantray handed over the trophy in the presence of Odisha Athletic Association secretary Asirbad Behera.
In the semifinals, Odisha edged out last year’s champion Tamil Nadu 4-3 in extra time, while Manur eliminated Indian Railways 4-3 in tie-breaker after play in regulation and extra time ended in goalless draw.
