Football at the 1987 South Asian Games

Men's football took place at the 1987 South Asian Games in Calcutta, India. India won its second title by defeating Nepal in the final and became the first team to defend the title successfully.

1987 South Asian Games Football Tournament
Tournament details
Host country India
Dates21–26 November
Teams6 (from 1 confederation)
Venue(s)1 (in 1 host city)
Final positions
Champions India (2nd title)
Runners-up   Nepal
Third place Pakistan
Fourth place Bangladesh
Tournament statistics
Matches played8
Goals scored20 (2.5 per match)
Top scorer(s) Ganesh Thapa
(5 goals)
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