Mizoram Secures Quarter-Final Spot in U20 Men's National Football Championship

Mizoram has successfully secured a place in the quarter-finals of the Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's National Football Championship by defeating Uttar Pradesh 6-1. The match showcased Mizoram's strength, with standout performances including a hat-trick from Vanlalramnghaka. The team finished at the top of Group G, while other matches in the group saw Madhya Pradesh and Arunachal Pradesh end in a draw. In Group F, SAI continued their dominance with a staggering 14-0 victory over Pondicherry. Read on for more details about the matches and standings.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 8, 2026, 15:33 IST

Mizoram Triumphs Over Uttar Pradesh

On Thursday, Mizoram clinched their place in the quarter-finals of the Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's National Football Championship by defeating Uttar Pradesh with a score of 6-1. The match took place at Ground 2 of the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh. Mizoram only needed a draw to advance, and they started strong with Mesak C Lalrinngheta scoring an early penalty. However, Uttar Pradesh's Shahvez equalized with a goal in the 48th minute, as reported by the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

Second-Half Dominance

Following the equalizer, Mizoram intensified their efforts, with Vanlalramnghaka netting a remarkable hat-trick in the second half. Additionally, Eddi Lalhmangaihzuala and C Lalkhawgaiha each contributed a goal to the tally.

Group G Standings and Other Matches

Mizoram topped Group G with three victories from three matches, followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh in that order. In another match within Group G at Ground 2 of the RKM Ashrama, Madhya Pradesh and Arunachal Pradesh played to a thrilling 3-3 draw, although both teams were already eliminated from quarter-final contention.

Group F: SAI's Unstoppable Performance

In Group F, SAI had already secured the top position and a spot in the quarter-finals with a game remaining. They continued their impressive form in their final group stage match against Pondicherry, winning decisively with a score of 14-0 at Ground 1 of the RKM Ashrama. Meanwhile, Telangana and Gujarat, both of whom were also out of the running for progression, ended their match in an exciting 3-3 draw at Ground 1.