Here is a summary of the match based on the report:
Match Result: India 3-2 Pakistan
Tournament: SAFF Championships 2026 (Group B opener)
Date: November 5, 2026
Location: Dhaka
Key Highlights:
- Dominant Start: Defending champions India established a strong 3-0 lead by halftime. Suhail Ahmad Bhat scored two early goals, followed by a third goal from Manglenthang Kipgen.
- Missed Opportunity: Pakistan had a chance to get on the scoreboard in the first half via a penalty after Hayyaan Khattak was fouled, but Shayak Dost sent the ball over the crossbar.
- Late Rally: After a quiet second half, Pakistan mounted a dramatic late comeback. Najeeb Ullah scored a header in the 91st minute, followed by an acrobatic finish from Alamgir Ghazi in the 94th minute to close the gap to 3-2.
- Next Steps: Both teams are scheduled to play the Maldives to complete their group stage fixtures; India plays on November 8, and Pakistan on November 11.
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