Meghalaya took the lead in the 23rd minute through Fairlystar Suting to lead 1-0 at half-time. Jangila Basumatary however scored for SAI in the 53rd minute to equalize proceedings as the full-time scoreline read 1-1 with both teams on equal footing.
Even added extra time could separate the two teams as a stalemate ensued and the scoreline after 120 minutes of play read 1-1. It came to penalties to decide the new Champions of the Sub-Junior National Football Championship 2017-18 and SAI outscored Meghalaya to win in the shootout to take home the trophy.