Bangladesh advanced to the grand finale of the Saff U-20 Championship after drawing 1-1 against Nepal Tuesday at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.
The young booters in red and green will face either Nepal or India in Friday’s final at the same venue.
After a goalless first half, Piash Ahmed Nova, who bagged a brace in the 2-1 win over India, broke the deadlock in the 63rd minute.
Bangladesh’s joy was shortlived though as Niranjan Malla restored parity just five minutes later.
Bangladesh earlier began their campaign with a solitary goal victory against Sri Lanka before beating India and following it up with a 4-1 win over Maldives.
Mirajul Islam, who netted against the Lankans, grabbed a hat-trick against Maldives.
A total of five teams – holders India, Bangladesh, two-time winners Nepal, Sri Lanka and Maldives – are taking part in the fourth edition of the regional age-level competition.
The tournament is being held in accordance with round robin league basis.
