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‘You’ll only know at toss’: Anukul tight-lipped about Pathirana playing LSG-KKR clash

Chanmari looked threatening going forward, but the side from Aizawl lacked final output, with its forwards attempting shots from distance and showing a lack of composure. Malsawmsanga, Pepe and Lalruatsanga all had attempts on goal, but they did not trouble Dheeraj Singh as Diamond Harbour took its one-goal advantage into the break.

The second half followed a similar pattern, with Chanmari starting brightly while Diamond Harbour looked to slow the tempo. Malsawmsanga, who continued to trouble the defence with his pace, tested Dheeraj with a low shot across goal, forcing a fingertip save from the goalkeeper.

At the other end, Zothanmawia produced an acrobatic save to keep out Melroy Assisi’s header from a set-piece around the hour mark. The visitor was content to retain possession in the opposition half, looking to create chances through set-pieces and quick counter-attacks.

The league leader looked firmly in control and rarely appeared under pressure despite Chanmari’s search for an equaliser. It eventually sealed the game three minutes from time, as substitute Ramdinthara beat his marker at the far post and headed home Bryce Miranda’s cross from the left to secure all three points.

The home side pushed to salvage something late on, but Diamond Harbour, despite not being at its best, saw out the game comfortably to secure only its second clean sheet of the season.

Published on Apr 25, 2026

#IFL #Diamond #Harbour #edge #Chanmari #remain #top #table"> IFL 2025-26: Diamond Harbour edge Chanmari 2-0 to remain on top of table Diamond Harbour FC ensured that it remained top with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Chanmari FC in the Championship phase of the Indian Football League at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Aizawl on Saturday.Antonio Moyano gave Diamond Harbour the lead in the 35th minute and the game was put to bed late in the 87th minute by substitute R. Ramdinthara. Antonio Moyano was named Player of the Match.Diamond Harbour consolidated its top spot with 25 points from 10 matches, while Chanmari remained fifth with 11 points from the same number of matches.Chanmari FC head coach Dipankur Sharma made one change to his attack, with KC Malsawmsanga replacing Aron Vanlalrinchhana. Meanwhile, Kibu Vicuña handed wing-back K. Ajith Kumar his first start of the season in place of Naresh Singh and also brought in Sunday Afolabi for Hugo Díaz in midfield.Both sides struggled to break down each other’s defence, with the game played in tight spaces and much of the battle unfolding in midfield as they contested possession. Chanmari looked sharp in attack, with Jota and KC Malsawmsanga using their pace to drive forward, while Diamond Harbour built its moves patiently and posed a threat in transition.The visitor almost scored midway through the first half with a well-worked move. Luka Majcen was released down the left wing and the striker found Antonio Moyano inside the box. The midfielder turned and hit a shot towards goal which was well saved by goalkeeper Zothanmawia, and the rebound was dragged wide by Paul Ramfangzauva.Diamond Harbour took the lead in the 35th minute through the individual brilliance of Moyano. The Spaniard received the ball on the edge of the box, dodged a couple of defenders and sent a powerful shot that hit the post and found the back of the net for his fifth goal of the season.ALSO READ: ‘You’ll only know at toss’: Anukul tight-lipped about Pathirana playing LSG-KKR clashChanmari looked threatening going forward, but the side from Aizawl lacked final output, with its forwards attempting shots from distance and showing a lack of composure. Malsawmsanga, Pepe and Lalruatsanga all had attempts on goal, but they did not trouble Dheeraj Singh as Diamond Harbour took its one-goal advantage into the break.The second half followed a similar pattern, with Chanmari starting brightly while Diamond Harbour looked to slow the tempo. Malsawmsanga, who continued to trouble the defence with his pace, tested Dheeraj with a low shot across goal, forcing a fingertip save from the goalkeeper.At the other end, Zothanmawia produced an acrobatic save to keep out Melroy Assisi’s header from a set-piece around the hour mark. The visitor was content to retain possession in the opposition half, looking to create chances through set-pieces and quick counter-attacks.The league leader looked firmly in control and rarely appeared under pressure despite Chanmari’s search for an equaliser. It eventually sealed the game three minutes from time, as substitute Ramdinthara beat his marker at the far post and headed home Bryce Miranda’s cross from the left to secure all three points.The home side pushed to salvage something late on, but Diamond Harbour, despite not being at its best, saw out the game comfortably to secure only its second clean sheet of the season.Published on Apr 25, 2026 #IFL #Diamond #Harbour #edge #Chanmari #remain #top #table
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‘You’ll only know at toss’: Anukul tight-lipped about Pathirana playing LSG-KKR clash

Chanmari looked threatening going forward, but the side from Aizawl lacked final output, with its forwards attempting shots from distance and showing a lack of composure. Malsawmsanga, Pepe and Lalruatsanga all had attempts on goal, but they did not trouble Dheeraj Singh as Diamond Harbour took its one-goal advantage into the break.

The second half followed a similar pattern, with Chanmari starting brightly while Diamond Harbour looked to slow the tempo. Malsawmsanga, who continued to trouble the defence with his pace, tested Dheeraj with a low shot across goal, forcing a fingertip save from the goalkeeper.

At the other end, Zothanmawia produced an acrobatic save to keep out Melroy Assisi’s header from a set-piece around the hour mark. The visitor was content to retain possession in the opposition half, looking to create chances through set-pieces and quick counter-attacks.

The league leader looked firmly in control and rarely appeared under pressure despite Chanmari’s search for an equaliser. It eventually sealed the game three minutes from time, as substitute Ramdinthara beat his marker at the far post and headed home Bryce Miranda’s cross from the left to secure all three points.

The home side pushed to salvage something late on, but Diamond Harbour, despite not being at its best, saw out the game comfortably to secure only its second clean sheet of the season.

Published on Apr 25, 2026

#IFL #Diamond #Harbour #edge #Chanmari #remain #top #table">IFL 2025-26: Diamond Harbour edge Chanmari 2-0 to remain on top of table

Diamond Harbour FC ensured that it remained top with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Chanmari FC in the Championship phase of the Indian Football League at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Aizawl on Saturday.

Antonio Moyano gave Diamond Harbour the lead in the 35th minute and the game was put to bed late in the 87th minute by substitute R. Ramdinthara. Antonio Moyano was named Player of the Match.

Diamond Harbour consolidated its top spot with 25 points from 10 matches, while Chanmari remained fifth with 11 points from the same number of matches.

Chanmari FC head coach Dipankur Sharma made one change to his attack, with KC Malsawmsanga replacing Aron Vanlalrinchhana. Meanwhile, Kibu Vicuña handed wing-back K. Ajith Kumar his first start of the season in place of Naresh Singh and also brought in Sunday Afolabi for Hugo Díaz in midfield.

Both sides struggled to break down each other’s defence, with the game played in tight spaces and much of the battle unfolding in midfield as they contested possession. Chanmari looked sharp in attack, with Jota and KC Malsawmsanga using their pace to drive forward, while Diamond Harbour built its moves patiently and posed a threat in transition.

The visitor almost scored midway through the first half with a well-worked move. Luka Majcen was released down the left wing and the striker found Antonio Moyano inside the box. The midfielder turned and hit a shot towards goal which was well saved by goalkeeper Zothanmawia, and the rebound was dragged wide by Paul Ramfangzauva.

Diamond Harbour took the lead in the 35th minute through the individual brilliance of Moyano. The Spaniard received the ball on the edge of the box, dodged a couple of defenders and sent a powerful shot that hit the post and found the back of the net for his fifth goal of the season.

ALSO READ: ‘You’ll only know at toss’: Anukul tight-lipped about Pathirana playing LSG-KKR clash

Chanmari looked threatening going forward, but the side from Aizawl lacked final output, with its forwards attempting shots from distance and showing a lack of composure. Malsawmsanga, Pepe and Lalruatsanga all had attempts on goal, but they did not trouble Dheeraj Singh as Diamond Harbour took its one-goal advantage into the break.

The second half followed a similar pattern, with Chanmari starting brightly while Diamond Harbour looked to slow the tempo. Malsawmsanga, who continued to trouble the defence with his pace, tested Dheeraj with a low shot across goal, forcing a fingertip save from the goalkeeper.

At the other end, Zothanmawia produced an acrobatic save to keep out Melroy Assisi’s header from a set-piece around the hour mark. The visitor was content to retain possession in the opposition half, looking to create chances through set-pieces and quick counter-attacks.

The league leader looked firmly in control and rarely appeared under pressure despite Chanmari’s search for an equaliser. It eventually sealed the game three minutes from time, as substitute Ramdinthara beat his marker at the far post and headed home Bryce Miranda’s cross from the left to secure all three points.

The home side pushed to salvage something late on, but Diamond Harbour, despite not being at its best, saw out the game comfortably to secure only its second clean sheet of the season.

Published on Apr 25, 2026

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Chanmari looked lively whenever they went forward, with wingers Jota and Lalthangliana troubling the opposition defence with their pace. The latter missed a good opportunity midway through the half, heading over the bar after Marlon Rangel’s initial effort had been saved by goalkeeper Niraj Kumar.

Namdhari, on the other hand, relied on long-range efforts as they struggled to break down Chanmari’s defence. Najib Ibrahim came close with one such attempt, and around the half-hour mark, Manvir Singh, who has already scored twice from the centre circle this season, tried another audacious effort from midfield, which sailed just over the crossbar, leaving Zothanmawia scrambling in goal.

The visitor controlled the midfield, with Namdhari showing little urgency to win back possession as Chanmari carried its one-goal lead into the break.

The visitor doubled its advantage in the fourth minute of the restart. Christopher Kamei received the ball on the right wing, and his attempted cross looped over the goalkeeper’s head, struck the post, and nestled in the back of the net.

ALSO READ | Mohammedan SC secures first point of season after holding Odisha FC to 1-1 draw

The side from Aizawl then scored its third goal with a well-taken finish just before the hour mark. Left-back Malsawmtluanga played a well-timed pass into the path of Lalruatsanga, who had made a clever run behind the defence. The striker, from an acute angle, beat the goalkeeper with a wonderful side-footed finish.

Moments later, the home side could have halved the deficit after Seilenthang Lotjem missed from point blank range after being setup by a low cross by Bhupinder Singh.

Three minutes later, Namdhari FC pulled a goal back through a long-range effort from Adersh Mattummal. The midfielder controlled the ball between two defenders and, with a precise low shot, found the bottom corner past the outstretched hands of the goalkeeper.

Chanmari put the match to bed nine minutes from time with another well-taken goal, this time by substitute Lalthangliana. Fellow substitute KC Malsawmsanga rolled a pass across the edge of the box to the forward, who took a touch and struck a powerful shot into the bottom right corner, giving the goalkeeper no chance.

Chanmari saw off the remainder of the match with ease, confirming Namdhari’s position in the relegation zone and keeping its hopes alive for a place in the top six of the table.

Published on Apr 17, 2026

#IFL #Chanmari #thrashes #Namdhari #topsix #hopes #alive"> IFL 2025-26: Chanmari thrashes Namdhari to keep top-six hopes alive Chanmari FC completed a dominant performance with a 4-1 win against Namdhari FC, to keep its hopes alive for a top six spot in the Indian Football League 2025-26 at the Namdhari Football Stadium in Sri Bhaini Sahib on Friday.Chanmari took the lead in the fourth minute through Pepe, who was making his first start of the season, and then doubled its advantage in the second half through Christopher Kamei. Lalruatsanga scored the third in the 58th minute before Adersh Mattummal pulled one back three minutes later. Lalthangliana added the fourth for the visitor to seal the match.Chanmari FC has moved temporarily to fifth in the table with 11 points and a goal difference of -1, and will rely on the results of other matches to confirm its place in the top six. Meanwhile, Namdhari, in ninth place with seven points, has confirmed their place in the relegation zone.Chanmari stunned Namdhari with an early breakthrough in just the fourth minute. Marlon Rangel launched a simple long ball from defence into space, picking out the run of Pepe. The midfielder outpaced two defenders, controlled the ball well, and calmly slotted it through the legs of the onrushing goalkeeper.The Brazilian was once again at the heart of the action moments later and could have doubled Chanmari’s lead. Jota made a fine run down the left, but his cross initially failed to find a teammate inside the box. The ball was recycled by Lalthangliana, who delivered a low cross into the path of Pepe, but his effort curled just over the crossbar.ALSO READ | Chennaiyin FC battles past Sporting Club Delhi for first home win of seasonChanmari looked lively whenever they went forward, with wingers Jota and Lalthangliana troubling the opposition defence with their pace. The latter missed a good opportunity midway through the half, heading over the bar after Marlon Rangel’s initial effort had been saved by goalkeeper Niraj Kumar.Namdhari, on the other hand, relied on long-range efforts as they struggled to break down Chanmari’s defence. Najib Ibrahim came close with one such attempt, and around the half-hour mark, Manvir Singh, who has already scored twice from the centre circle this season, tried another audacious effort from midfield, which sailed just over the crossbar, leaving Zothanmawia scrambling in goal.The visitor controlled the midfield, with Namdhari showing little urgency to win back possession as Chanmari carried its one-goal lead into the break.The visitor doubled its advantage in the fourth minute of the restart. Christopher Kamei received the ball on the right wing, and his attempted cross looped over the goalkeeper’s head, struck the post, and nestled in the back of the net.ALSO READ | Mohammedan SC secures first point of season after holding Odisha FC to 1-1 drawThe side from Aizawl then scored its third goal with a well-taken finish just before the hour mark. Left-back Malsawmtluanga played a well-timed pass into the path of Lalruatsanga, who had made a clever run behind the defence. The striker, from an acute angle, beat the goalkeeper with a wonderful side-footed finish.Moments later, the home side could have halved the deficit after Seilenthang Lotjem missed from point blank range after being setup by a low cross by Bhupinder Singh.Three minutes later, Namdhari FC pulled a goal back through a long-range effort from Adersh Mattummal. The midfielder controlled the ball between two defenders and, with a precise low shot, found the bottom corner past the outstretched hands of the goalkeeper.Chanmari put the match to bed nine minutes from time with another well-taken goal, this time by substitute Lalthangliana. Fellow substitute KC Malsawmsanga rolled a pass across the edge of the box to the forward, who took a touch and struck a powerful shot into the bottom right corner, giving the goalkeeper no chance.Chanmari saw off the remainder of the match with ease, confirming Namdhari’s position in the relegation zone and keeping its hopes alive for a place in the top six of the table.Published on Apr 17, 2026 #IFL #Chanmari #thrashes #Namdhari #topsix #hopes #alive
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Chanmari looked lively whenever they went forward, with wingers Jota and Lalthangliana troubling the opposition defence with their pace. The latter missed a good opportunity midway through the half, heading over the bar after Marlon Rangel’s initial effort had been saved by goalkeeper Niraj Kumar.

Namdhari, on the other hand, relied on long-range efforts as they struggled to break down Chanmari’s defence. Najib Ibrahim came close with one such attempt, and around the half-hour mark, Manvir Singh, who has already scored twice from the centre circle this season, tried another audacious effort from midfield, which sailed just over the crossbar, leaving Zothanmawia scrambling in goal.

The visitor controlled the midfield, with Namdhari showing little urgency to win back possession as Chanmari carried its one-goal lead into the break.

The visitor doubled its advantage in the fourth minute of the restart. Christopher Kamei received the ball on the right wing, and his attempted cross looped over the goalkeeper’s head, struck the post, and nestled in the back of the net.

ALSO READ | Mohammedan SC secures first point of season after holding Odisha FC to 1-1 draw

The side from Aizawl then scored its third goal with a well-taken finish just before the hour mark. Left-back Malsawmtluanga played a well-timed pass into the path of Lalruatsanga, who had made a clever run behind the defence. The striker, from an acute angle, beat the goalkeeper with a wonderful side-footed finish.

Moments later, the home side could have halved the deficit after Seilenthang Lotjem missed from point blank range after being setup by a low cross by Bhupinder Singh.

Three minutes later, Namdhari FC pulled a goal back through a long-range effort from Adersh Mattummal. The midfielder controlled the ball between two defenders and, with a precise low shot, found the bottom corner past the outstretched hands of the goalkeeper.

Chanmari put the match to bed nine minutes from time with another well-taken goal, this time by substitute Lalthangliana. Fellow substitute KC Malsawmsanga rolled a pass across the edge of the box to the forward, who took a touch and struck a powerful shot into the bottom right corner, giving the goalkeeper no chance.

Chanmari saw off the remainder of the match with ease, confirming Namdhari’s position in the relegation zone and keeping its hopes alive for a place in the top six of the table.

Published on Apr 17, 2026

#IFL #Chanmari #thrashes #Namdhari #topsix #hopes #alive">IFL 2025-26: Chanmari thrashes Namdhari to keep top-six hopes alive

Chanmari FC completed a dominant performance with a 4-1 win against Namdhari FC, to keep its hopes alive for a top six spot in the Indian Football League 2025-26 at the Namdhari Football Stadium in Sri Bhaini Sahib on Friday.

Chanmari took the lead in the fourth minute through Pepe, who was making his first start of the season, and then doubled its advantage in the second half through Christopher Kamei. Lalruatsanga scored the third in the 58th minute before Adersh Mattummal pulled one back three minutes later. Lalthangliana added the fourth for the visitor to seal the match.

Chanmari FC has moved temporarily to fifth in the table with 11 points and a goal difference of -1, and will rely on the results of other matches to confirm its place in the top six. Meanwhile, Namdhari, in ninth place with seven points, has confirmed their place in the relegation zone.

Chanmari stunned Namdhari with an early breakthrough in just the fourth minute. Marlon Rangel launched a simple long ball from defence into space, picking out the run of Pepe. The midfielder outpaced two defenders, controlled the ball well, and calmly slotted it through the legs of the onrushing goalkeeper.

The Brazilian was once again at the heart of the action moments later and could have doubled Chanmari’s lead. Jota made a fine run down the left, but his cross initially failed to find a teammate inside the box. The ball was recycled by Lalthangliana, who delivered a low cross into the path of Pepe, but his effort curled just over the crossbar.

ALSO READ | Chennaiyin FC battles past Sporting Club Delhi for first home win of season

Chanmari looked lively whenever they went forward, with wingers Jota and Lalthangliana troubling the opposition defence with their pace. The latter missed a good opportunity midway through the half, heading over the bar after Marlon Rangel’s initial effort had been saved by goalkeeper Niraj Kumar.

Namdhari, on the other hand, relied on long-range efforts as they struggled to break down Chanmari’s defence. Najib Ibrahim came close with one such attempt, and around the half-hour mark, Manvir Singh, who has already scored twice from the centre circle this season, tried another audacious effort from midfield, which sailed just over the crossbar, leaving Zothanmawia scrambling in goal.

The visitor controlled the midfield, with Namdhari showing little urgency to win back possession as Chanmari carried its one-goal lead into the break.

The visitor doubled its advantage in the fourth minute of the restart. Christopher Kamei received the ball on the right wing, and his attempted cross looped over the goalkeeper’s head, struck the post, and nestled in the back of the net.

ALSO READ | Mohammedan SC secures first point of season after holding Odisha FC to 1-1 draw

The side from Aizawl then scored its third goal with a well-taken finish just before the hour mark. Left-back Malsawmtluanga played a well-timed pass into the path of Lalruatsanga, who had made a clever run behind the defence. The striker, from an acute angle, beat the goalkeeper with a wonderful side-footed finish.

Moments later, the home side could have halved the deficit after Seilenthang Lotjem missed from point blank range after being setup by a low cross by Bhupinder Singh.

Three minutes later, Namdhari FC pulled a goal back through a long-range effort from Adersh Mattummal. The midfielder controlled the ball between two defenders and, with a precise low shot, found the bottom corner past the outstretched hands of the goalkeeper.

Chanmari put the match to bed nine minutes from time with another well-taken goal, this time by substitute Lalthangliana. Fellow substitute KC Malsawmsanga rolled a pass across the edge of the box to the forward, who took a touch and struck a powerful shot into the bottom right corner, giving the goalkeeper no chance.

Chanmari saw off the remainder of the match with ease, confirming Namdhari’s position in the relegation zone and keeping its hopes alive for a place in the top six of the table.

Published on Apr 17, 2026

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Chanmari FC completed a dominant performance with a 4-1 win against Namdhari FC, to keep…