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West Bengal Secures Record 33rd Santosh Trophy Title with Hansda’s Heroics

West Bengal reclaimed its dominance in the Santosh Trophy, clinching its 33rd title with a dramatic 1-0 win over Kerala in the final of the 78th edition at Hyderabad’s GMC Balayogi Stadium. The decisive goal came from prolific striker Robi Hansda in the 90+4th minute, as he capitalized on Manotos Maji’s header to score from close range. This marked Hansda’s 12th goal of the tournament, earning him the Tulsidas Balaram Player of the Match and Peter Thangaraj Player of the Tournament awards.

Both teams played cautiously, with Kerala relying on counterattacks and Bengal missing its key striker Naro Hari Shrestha due to injury. Despite limited offensive opportunities, Hansda’s late heroics sealed the victory for Bengal, avoiding extra time or penalties.


West Bengal coach Sanjoy Sen expressed pride in bringing the trophy back to Kolkata after seven years, praising the young team for its resilience and determination. Hansda dedicated his match-winning performance to his father, emphasizing the emotional significance of the victory.

The tightly contested match may not be remembered for its overall quality, but the thrilling climax and Hansda’s individual brilliance will leave a lasting impression. Bengal’s win solidifies its unmatched legacy in the Santosh Trophy, maintaining its reputation as a football powerhouse in India.

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