Riding high on Zane D’Souza’s late strike, Bombay Scottish (Mahim) edged out Ascend International School (BKC) by a narrow 1-0 margin to clinch the MSSA boys’ U-10 inter-school football Knock-out Cup at Azad Maidan on Tuesday.

Right from the start, Bombay Scottish pressed high up the pitch, seeking an early breakthrough. However, Ascend International’s well organised defensive unit stood firm, denying their opponents any clear cut opportunities. The Mahim outfit thought they had taken the lead when Ivan George found the back of the net in the 10th minute, but the goal was disallowed as he was ruled offside. Thus, the first half ended goalless.