Bangladesh ended their AFC U-20 Asian Cup qualifying campaign with a defeat, losing 3-0 to India in their final Group B match at Dostlik Stadium in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on Sunday.

The defeat marked Bangladesh U-20's third consecutive loss in the qualifying campaign. They had previously suffered a 2-0 defeat against hosts Uzbekistan and a 3-0 loss to Syria in their opening two matches.

India took the lead in the 26th minute when midfielder Danny Meitei found the net from a teammate's pass.

India doubled their advantage in the 60th minute through a superb back-volley by midfielder Vishal Yadav inside the penalty area.

The Blue Tigers completed the scoring in the 79th minute when substitute midfielder Mohammad Arbash produced an excellent finish from inside the Bangladesh box to make it 3-0.

India had opened their campaign with a 1-0 victory over Syria before suffering a heavy 4-0 defeat against hosts Uzbekistan. Their victory over Bangladesh kept their hopes of reaching the final tournament alive.

The AFC U-20 Asian Cup finals will feature the winners of all eight qualifying groups, along with the seven best runners-up from the group stage.