Mobarak slotted the all-important goal against the run of play in the 67th minute to take sweet revenge for Narsinghdi's 6-1 loss to the same side in their group clash in the final round.

The talented striker, utilising a through from Moinul, fired an angular shot from the top of the box which went in off the sidebar after brushing the rival goalkeeper's outstretched hands.

Feni dominated the whole show but failed to repeat their form near the goalmouth, especially Baten, who alone struck six goals in the previous meeting between the two sides. However, their best chance was wasted when Ashraful rattled the crossbar ten minutes before conceding the lead.

The only solace for the Feni boys was Baten's receiving the top scorer's award with 12 goals.

Feni coach Khalilur Rahman thought that his attack was weakened following the sending-off of Baten's strike partner Rajan.

"We had plenty of chances but could not capitalise on them. I think missing Rajan was a big setback," Khalilur said.

On the other hand, it was double delight for Narsinghdi coach Abdul Gafur, the former Abahani playmaker who was known as 'scooter' for his short stature, speed and stamina.

Not only did his team win the tournament but also, his son Mobarak emerged as one of the brightest stars of the meet.

"It was the result of hard work. We did not have any Dhaka-based players and all are from Nar-singhdi," said Gafur.

When reminded about their humiliating defeat to Feni earlier in the tournament, Gafur said that their regular goalkeeper Arif's absence in that match was the reason behind the poor show.

State Minister for Youth and Sports Fazlur Rahman distributed trophies after the final. Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) president SA Sultan, general secretary Anwarul Haque Helal and other officials were present.

Special guest Ichiro Fujita, member of tournament sponsor Japan Football Association, said that the tournament was 'hundred per cent satisfactory'.

"I'll convey my message to the JFA so that they help the BFF to organise this event regularly. I'm really happy about the brotherly ties we built through this tournament," said the veteran Japanese organiser who left Dhaka last night.