It was an exciting day of football as India’s top developmental squads took on their Japanese J-League counterparts, showcasing dominant performances and thrilling finishes. Indian teams, including Punjab FC and Bengaluru FC, secured victories, with FC Goa facing a narrow defeat. Punjab FC stood out with a remarkable 5-0 win against Avispa Fukuoka, led by Singamayum Shami’s early goals and a strong team effort.
Bengaluru FC displayed resilience in a hard-fought 3-2 win over Giravanz Kitakyushu, overcoming a first-half deficit with goals from Rakshit Priya Anil and Serto Worneilen Kom. Despite a late scare from Md Arbash, Bengaluru’s solid defense secured the victory.
FC Goa experienced a tough loss to Sagan Tosu, conceding an early goal and struggling to break through the Japanese defense despite controlling possession. The match ended 1-0 in favor of Sagan Tosu, leaving FC Goa disappointed with the result.
