KLE International School Reach Semi-finals After Penalty Shootout Victory

KLE International School booked the final semi-final berth in the Paulite Cup 2026 after defeating Jyoti Central School 3-1 in a penalty shootout following a goalless draw in regulation time.

Both teams created chances in a tightly contested quarter-final, but neither side could break the deadlock, with the match ending 0-0 at full time. The tie was then decided from the penalty spot.

KLE International held their nerve in the shootout, converting four of their penalties while restricting Jyoti Central to just one, sealing a 3-1 shootout victory and a place in the semi-finals.