The Maldives have been eliminated from the 2026 SAFF Championship after losing 1-0 to India in their second Group B match at the National Stadium in Dhaka today.

India secured the victory with a 38th-minute penalty converted by Suhail Ahmad Bhat, following a foul inside the penalty area.

The defeat leaves the Maldives without a point or a goal after two group matches, having lost 3-0 to Pakistan in their opening fixture. This is the second consecutive SAFF Championship in which the Maldives have failed to progress beyond the group stage.

Despite creating several opportunities in the second half, the Maldives were unable to find an equaliser. India goalkeeper Priyansh Dubey made important saves to preserve his side's lead, including a late stop in stoppage time.

India advance to the semi-finals as Group B winners with six points, while Pakistan finish second with three points.