Mohali: India clinched the Asian Champions Trophy 2026 title after defeating Japan 4-1 in the final in Mohali on Thursday, securing their sixth championship and a third consecutive title.
India had previously won the tournament in 2023 and 2024.
The Indian team got off to a slow start, with Japan taking the lead in the third minute. Shilanand Lakra scored towards the end of the third quarter to bring India level at 1-1.
India stepped up their game in the final 15 minutes, scoring three goals to seal the victory and retain the title.
