The big story: India women face Bangladesh to claim top spot in group

India women face Bangladesh in Siliguri for the final group game on Saturday. The hosts need to win in order to top Group B as Bangladesh have a one-goal advantage and currently sit on top.

Both teams posted big wins against the hapless Afghanistan side. India started their tournament with a 5-1 win before Bangladesh went one better, amassing a 6-0 win. Both sides have already booked their place in the semi-finals. The winner of the group will face Maldives while the runners-up will set their date with Nepal in the last four.

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