Bangladesh leads Nepal 1-0 in first half of SAFF U-20 Championship final

Bangladesh U-20 national football team has taken a crucial lead against the host Nepal in the final of SAFF U-20 Championship at ANFA Complex in Kathmandu, Nepal on Wednesday.

Despite Nepal's dominance during the first half, they were unable to capitalize on their opportunities due to a combination of forward inefficiency and solid performance of Bangladesh's goalkeeper. 

During that time, Bangladesh's Mirajul Islam scored a decisive goal with a brilliant free-kick, giving the team the edge going into the break.

Shortly before the halftime whistle, Bangladesh was awarded a free-kick just outside the box after Mirajul Islam was fouled while attempting to make a run. Mirajul took the free-kick, and his powerful shot ricocheted off the post and into Nepal's net.

Bangladesh Squad:
Mohammad Asif, Ashraful Haque Asif, Shakil Ahad Topu, Asadul Islam Sakib, Rabbi Hossain Rahul, Piyash Ahmed Nova, Mirajul Islam, Asadul Molla, Rajib Hossain, Iftiar Hossain, and Rustam Aslam Dukhumia.