Pisda’s golden strike crowns CG champions after a tense and closely fought final battle

Raipur: Chhattisgarh captain Kiran Pisda scored the decisive goal as the host state secured the gold medal in the women's football final of the Khelo India Tribal Games on Thursday, registering a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Jharkhand. The match, held at the Swami Vivekananda Athletic Stadium, witnessed an intense battle between the two sides.Both teams displayed defensive discipline and tactical awareness from the start, ending the first half in a goalless stalemate. While Jharkhand created several opportunities, the Chhattisgarh backline remained resolute, preventing any breakthrough before the interval.The momentum shifted in the second half as Chhattisgarh adopted a more aggressive approach. Captain Kiran Pisda, a prominent India international, broke the deadlock with a decisive goal. Following the lead, the home team successfully neutralised Jharkhand's counter-attacks to maintain their advantage until the final whistle.Chhattisgarh's victory was marked by disciplined teamwork and technical skill in front of a capacity crowd.