Doha, Qatar: In a high-intensity semifinal clash, Thrissur booked their place in the QIFF Super Cup 2025 final after defeating Maps Kozhikode 4–2 in a nail-biting penalty shootout on Friday night at Doha Stadium.

Thrissur took an early advantage when John Anto (Jersey No.24) opened the scoring in the 14th minute, finishing a well-constructed move to give his side the lead. The match remained tightly contested, with Kozhikode pushing hard for an equalizer.

Their efforts finally paid off just three minutes before full time, when Kozhikode’s in-form forward Muzammil (Jersey No.16) struck a crucial goal, bringing the match level at 1–1 and sending the crowd into a frenzy.

With extra time producing no further goals, the semifinal headed into a tense penalty shootout. Thrissur held their nerve, converting four of their attempts while Kozhikode managed only two, sealing Thrissur’s spot in the final.

For his opening goal and overall impact throughout the match, Thrissur’s John Anto was awarded Man of the Match.

Thrissur now await the winner of the second semifinal as the battle for the QIFF Super Cup 2025 title intensifies.

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