Punjab and Railways have officially secured their places in the quarter-finals of the Santosh Trophy 2025–26 Final Round, delivering strong performances to stay ahead in the race for the national title.
Punjab showcased impressive attacking football, controlling key phases of the game and capitalizing on scoring opportunities to maintain their unbeaten momentum in the group stage. Their cohesive team play and clinical finishing proved decisive in booking a last-eight berth.
Railways, meanwhile, relied on tactical discipline and defensive solidity to grind out crucial results. Their balanced approach — combining structured defense with timely counter-attacks — ensured they collected enough points to move into the knockouts.
Speaking on the qualification, a team representative expressed confidence, saying, “The boys showed great character and focus — qualifying for the quarters is just the beginning.”
With the quarter-finals now in sight, both teams will look to build on their momentum as the competition intensifies and the battle for Santosh Trophy supremacy heats up.
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