Sri Lanka, Oct. 15 -- Brilliant Football Academy clinched the Federation Cup Under-12 Football Tournament organised by Manchester Football Academy, with the main sponsorship of AICT Global Chairman Mohammed Shoaib, after defeating Java Lane Academy in a thrilling final played at the Racecourse Stadium in Colombo.

The exciting final ended in a 1-1 draw at full time, forcing a penalty shootout. Brilliant Football Academy held their nerve to record a 5-4 win in the shootout and capture the championship title.

The two-day tournament, held to promote youth football development, featured 16 leading football academies from across the country.

Java Lane Academy finished as runners-up, while Manchester Purple team secured third place.

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