The 2024 MNL League Cup Final was the culmination of the 2024 MNL League Cup, Myanmar’s premier domestic knockout football competition organized by the Myanmar National League (MNL). The final was played on 19 June 2024 at the Thuwunna Youth Training Centre Stadium in Yangon, Myanmar, featuring two of the country's most storied football clubs—Shan United and Yangon United.
This high-stakes fixture brought together Shan United, a dominant force from Taunggyi representing the Shan State region, and Yangon United, a traditional powerhouse and one of Myanmar's most successful clubs based in the nation’s commercial capital. Both teams had showcased strong campaigns throughout the tournament, overcoming competitive opposition in the knockout stages to reach the final. Shan United defeated Dagon Port 2–1 after extra time in the semi-finals, while Yangon United earned their place by defeating Yadanarbon FC 3–1.
The final was tightly contested, marked by disciplined defending and strategic play from both sides. Shan United emerged victorious with a 1–0 win, securing their second MNL League Cup title in club history. The decisive goal, scored in the second half, underscored Shan United’s clinical efficiency in crucial moments and their growing reputation for consistent performances in domestic competitions.
The 2024 final served as a compelling showcase of the competitive landscape of modern Myanmar football, emphasizing the league’s ongoing growth and the rising standard of play in national cup competitions.
Shan United In the semi-final, Shan United faced Dagon Star United at a neutral venue. The match was an intense battle, with both sides creating chances but failing to separate during regular time. The deadlock was broken in extra time, where Shan United scored through Ye Yint Aung, edging past Dagon Star United 2–1 to book their place in the final.
The 2024 final marked Shan United’s second MNL League Cup final appearance, and they capitalized on the opportunity with a narrow 1–0 victory over Yangon United, claiming their second League Cup title.
Yangon United In the semi-final, Yangon United met Yadanarbon FC, one of their traditional rivals in Myanmar football. The match, played at a neutral venue, saw Yangon deliver a dominant display. A brace from Tetteh and a goal from Yan Kyaw Htwe sealed a convincing 3–1 victory and sent Yangon United into their fifth League Cup final.
Despite their strong run, Yangon United fell short in the final, losing 0–1 to Shan United in a closely contested match.
Match
Details
GK 13 Kyaw Zin PhyoRB 4 Zwe Htet Min CB 25 William NyakweCB 4 Thet Hein SoeLB 5 Hein Thiha Zaw (c) CM 6 Nanda Kyaw CM 12 BakayokoRW 16 Lin Htet Soe LW 18 Zin Phyo Aung CF 29 Ye Yint Aung CF 7 Kyaw Ko Ko Substitutes:GK 1 Pyae Phyo ThuMF 8 Thet Paing Htwe FW 9 Da Silva MF 11 Htet Phyo Wai DF 14 Zar Nay Ya ThuMF 15 Aung Wunna Soe FW 17 Kaung Myat ThuMF 20 Sa Aung Pyae KoMF 22 Aung Naing Win Manager: Myo Hlaing Win GK 75 Sann Satt Naing RB 30 Ye Lin Htet CB 32 YayaCB 26 Thurein SoeLB 22 Min Kyaw Khant CM 41 Wai Linn Aung CM 80 Aboubakar RM 70 Yan Naing Oo LM 4 David Htan (c)CF 90 TettehCF 21 Okkar Naing Substitutes:GK 13 Thura KyawDF 5 Kyaw Phyo WaiMF 7 Zaw Win Thein FW 9 La Min Htwe MF 11 Nyi Nyi AungDF 19 Zin Ko Htet FW 23 Yan Kyaw Htwe MF 28 Thar Yar Win HtetMF 96 Hlaing Bo Bo Manager: Frank Bernhardt
Man of the match Ye Yint Aung
Match officials Assistant referees: Chit Moe Aye San Shein Htet Fourth official: Thant Zin Oo Match Commissioner: Kyaw Myo AungMatch rules 90 minutes. 30 minutes of extra-time if necessary. Penalty shoot-out if scores still level. Nine named substitutes. Maximum of five substitutions.
Statistics
StatisticShan UnitedYangon UnitedGoals scored 1 0Possession 41% 59%Shots on target 3 5Shots off target 5 2Corner kicks 1 4Offsides 1 2Yellow cards 2 2Red cards00Source:
Winner 2024 MNL League CupWinnersShan UnitedSecond Title
Prizes for winner A champion trophy. Ks.350,000,000/- prize money.
Prizes for runners-up Ks.200,00,000/- prize money.
Broadcasting rights
These matches will be broadcast live on Myanmar television: Final Round Shan United vs Yangon United Free to AirMRTV-4 & Channel 7 Live Stream Channel K Myanmar
References
External links League Cup final 2024