They secured their place in the quarterfinals with a match to spare, as they have a better head-to-head record against Shillong Lajong. Figo Syndai scored for Shillong Lajong.
It was a historic match for Indian football, and it ended with a fitting goal as Sheen Sohktung's 91st-minute strike added a page to the glorious history of Meghalaya. They came from behind to beat Punjab and make it into the final of the Santosh Trophy.
In the second semi-final, Karnataka played forthright football against strong contenders Services and emerged 3-1 winners with goals from Robin Yadav, Ankith P and M Sunil Kumar.