Player Ratings: Taison stands tall as goal-friendly India outclass Bhutan

Sridarth also scored a brace in the Blue Colts' emphatic win in the SAFF U-15 Championship.

The India U-15 side continued their winning form in style, as they thumped Bhutan U-15 7-0 in the SAFF U-15 Championships at the Kalyani Stadium.

Braces from Taison Singh and Sridarth were enough to guide Bibiano Fernandes' men past the Young Dragons in a completely one-sided affair. 

Here are the player ratings from the match:

INDIA

Aman Sahani- 6.0

The Indian custodian was hardly challenged by the Bhutanese players and had a solid game in terms of distribution.

Paogoumang Singson- 7.5

The youngster was solid in defence and did not allow any of the Bhutanese players to go past him. He communicated well with his fellow defenders, which resulted in a clean-sheet. Singson also scored a goal from a corner, as he lost his marker and thumped the ball into the top corner.

Amandeep- 7.0

Amandeep was electric through the left flank. He lost possession at times, but his pace and link-up play were a huge threat for the Butan defence.

Preetam Sorokhaibam- 7.0

Peetam showed maturity beyond his years and maintained a proper shape at the back for the Blue Colts. He was calm and composed with the ball throughout the game.

Anish Mazumder- 7.0

The captain showed maturity, laeding his players quite well and did not allow the Bhutanese forwards any space near the final third.

Yoihenba Sukham- 7.0

Yoihenba was the man in the middle of the park, who started most of the build-up play, circulated passes and also regained possession at times.

Sibajit Leimapokpam- 6.5

Sibajit also supported Yoihenba pretty well in midfield, as he also ventured forward and was involved in some of the build-ups.

Taison Loitongbam- 8.5

Taison was a menace on the right flank for the Bhutanese defenders. His trickery and blistering pace can be a nightmare for any opposition. He opened the scoring with the fastest goal of the competition and also added to his tally in the second half.

Shubho Paul- 7.0

It was a decent showing from the left winger, but he would like to be more adventurous in the final third. He lost possession at times, but the conditions did not help him either.

Sridarth Nongmeikapam- 8.0

Sridarth scored a brace against Bhutan on Sunday afternoon

Has to be the man for this India U-15 side. Sridarth has been a silver lining for Bibiano Fernandes. The young forward was phenomenal with his movement in the final third and went past multiple defenders to score his first goal. He then scored another one in the first half to pile up the deficit.

Maheson Tongbram- 7.5

The orchestrator of the team, Maheson was once again instrumental in all the attacking movements created by India. He could have easily registered his name on the scoresheet, but squandered some easy chances. His game reading and positional sense are way beyond his age, as he once again had a superb outing.

Substitutions

Ratanbi Singh- 6.5

Came on as a substitute for Taison and did put in a good shift. But, the playing conditions were awful and hence he lost possession at times.

Renedy Yumnam- 7.0

Replaced Subho on the left flank in the 72nd minute and latched on to a loose ball in the final third to score the last goal of the game.

Isac Zomuanpuia- 7.5

The forward replaced Sridarth late in the game, but to everyone's surprise, he got himself on the scoresheet with a long-range attempt.

Watch: India U-15 7-0 Bhutan U-15

BHUTAN

Dorji Gyeltshen- 3.0

Had a very off day at the office as he conceded so many goals. But, Dorji tried his best and at times it was him versus the Indian forwards, as his defence was all over the place.

Kinley Gyeltshen- 3.0

The defender had no clue with the Indian forwards running at him. He was too late to react to the danger and made some silly fouls in the final third.

Jigme Namgyel- 3.5

Struggled to get going after India scored early on and did not find his feet throughout the match.

Sonam Chozang- 4.0

Sonam tried to venture forward and create some chances for the Young Dragons, but he failed to deal with the pace of Taison and Sridarth in the final third.

Tshetrim Pelzang- 3.0

Did not have much to offer going forward and defensively also he was very poor, giving away possession in crucial areas.

Nyenda Yoesal- 3.0

The midfielder was not comfortable in possession and lost it too many times, which led to Indian attacks.

Kalden Choeda- 3.5

Choeda hardly had any impact on the game, as he was dominated by the Indian midfielders and was not allowed to dictate terms in the middle of the park.

Bikash Pradhan- 5.0

The Bhutan skipper was one of the better players for the opposition

The Bhutan U-15 team captain was involved in a few build-ups upfront and tested the Indian defenders at times. But, his efforts were in vain as the Indian defenders held their ground very well.

Pema Zangpo- 5.0

Zangpo was involved in a few positive moves for the Young Dragons, but he was thwarted time and again by the Indian defenders.

Kelzang Jigme- 5.5

Jigme was one of the better performers on the day and he at times caused some danger with his pace and trickery. However, he was not able to take his chances in the final third and lacked proper decision-making.

Kinzang Tenzin- 3.5

Tenzin was left alone upfront and hardly had anyone else to support him. He was tightly marked and did not see much of the ball.

Substitutions

Paloen Tshering- 4.0

Replaced Choeda in the 66th minute and did not have much to offer in midfield, as the conditions were already adverse at that time.

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Tashi Rinchen- 3.0

Nakamura brought Rinchen in defence to add more steel to the backline in the 73rd minute. But, he hardly had any impact, as India scored twice late in the game.