YANGON United claimed their maiden MNL League Cup title after edging Shan United 1-0 in the final held at Thuwunna Youth Training Centre in Yangon on 6 July.
The victory marked a significant moment for Yangon United, who ended their silverware drought since winning the 2019 Charity Cup. It also made them the first-ever champions of the newly established 2024 MNL League Cup. Shan United, aiming for back-to-back titles fell short despite their efforts.
Both teams fielded their strongest line-ups, including foreign players. Yangon United deployed recently signed Japanese striker Rintaro in their first line-up players. The match was tightly contested, with both sides showing intensity and physicality. Despite Shan United’s early dominance, Yangon’s well-disciplined defence kept them at bay.
The decisive goal came in the 54 minute when Saito capitalised on a scoring opportunity to give Yangon the lead. Shan United responded by making tactical substitutions and intensifying their attacks, but they were unable to break through Yangon’s solid defence.
Following the match, an awards ceremony was held. Dagon Star United striker Yan Kyaw Htwe won the tournament’s Golden Boot with seven goals, earning a K1 million cash prize. Runners-up Shan United received K20 million and individual medals, while champions Yangon United were awarded K35 million, individual medals, and the League Cup trophy. — Ko Nyi Lay/KZL
