Maldives recover to beat Afghanistan

Defending champions Maldives beat Afghanistan 3-1 at the ongoing SAFF Championship on Monday.

Afghanistan took the lead early in the first half, but Ahmed Thoriq restored parity for the champions, while a brace from Ali Ashfaq sealed the points.

Maldives will face India next, who have already qualified to the semis, to fight for the top berth in the group.