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Real Kashmir FC secured a 3-0 victory against 10-man Gokulam Kerala FC in an Indian Football League 2025-26 relegation stage fixture at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad on Thursday.

The Snow Leopards took the lead in the 26th minute through a Vitor Barata own goal before doubling their advantage in the 49th minute through Shedrack Charles. Mohammad Inam added the third goal three minutes later to seal a comfortable victory.

Gokulam Kerala was reduced to 10 men in the first half after Bouba Aminou was sent off for a second bookable offence.

The Snow Leopards moved to 11 points with their third consecutive victory, climbing to second place in the relegation stage standings. The Malabarians remained second from bottom with eight points, just one point above the relegation zone.

Gokulam Kerala made a lively start and created an opening as early as the second minute. Rahul Raju’s left-footed volley from the edge of the box drifted wide after Bouba had chested the ball down from a set-piece.

Moments later, Habib Fofana produced a crucial clearance at the far post to cut out Rahul’s cross, which was heading towards Moses Lalrinzuala for what looked like a simple tap-in.

Real Kashmir gradually grew into the match and began putting together meaningful attacks. Shedrack produced a powerful solo run, beating a couple of defenders before unleashing a shot from a tight angle that was saved low by goalkeeper Shibinraj Kunniyil.

The goalkeeper was called into action again midway through the half, this time keeping out a long-range effort from Marius Obekop.

Real Kashmir’s sustained pressure paid off in the 26th minute when it took the lead through an own goal. Obekop’s corner was attacked at the near post by Ahteeb Ahmad Dar, who failed to make contact. However, Ahteeb’s presence unsettled Barata, whose attempted headed clearance ended up in his own net.

The Malabarians were reduced to 10 men just before the drinks break when Bouba was shown a second yellow card for an aggressive challenge on Oinam Sanatomba Singh. The defender had been booked earlier in the half.

ALSO READ: IWL 2025-26: East Bengal maintains perfect league record; Gokulam Kerala ends winless run

Real Kashmir doubled its lead four minutes after the restart, again capitalising from a set-piece. Obekop’s corner was punched clear by Shibinraj, but Mohammad Inam sent the loose ball back towards goal. The effort struck Shedrack and came off the post, with the rebound falling kindly for the Nigerian striker, who had the simplest of tap-ins with no defender tracking his run.

The side from Srinagar found its third goal after capitalising on a mistake from Shibinraj. The goalkeeper came off his line to collect a stray pass and, while trying to release the ball quickly to a teammate, saw his throw intercepted by Inam in midfield.

The captain kept his composure from nearly 35 yards out and calmly chipped the ball into the empty net.

Real Kashmir comfortably held on to its three-goal advantage to register its third consecutive victory in the league.

Published on Apr 30, 2026

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IFL 2025-26: Real Kashmir beats 10-man Gokulam Kerala to register third straight win in relegation stage Real Kashmir FC secured a 3-0 victory against 10-man Gokulam Kerala FC in an Indian Football League 2025-26 relegation stage fixture at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad on Thursday.The Snow Leopards took the lead in the 26th minute through a Vitor Barata own goal before doubling their advantage in the 49th minute through Shedrack Charles. Mohammad Inam added the third goal three minutes later to seal a comfortable victory.Gokulam Kerala was reduced to 10 men in the first half after Bouba Aminou was sent off for a second bookable offence.The Snow Leopards moved to 11 points with their third consecutive victory, climbing to second place in the relegation stage standings. The Malabarians remained second from bottom with eight points, just one point above the relegation zone.Gokulam Kerala made a lively start and created an opening as early as the second minute. Rahul Raju’s left-footed volley from the edge of the box drifted wide after Bouba had chested the ball down from a set-piece.Moments later, Habib Fofana produced a crucial clearance at the far post to cut out Rahul’s cross, which was heading towards Moses Lalrinzuala for what looked like a simple tap-in.Real Kashmir gradually grew into the match and began putting together meaningful attacks. Shedrack produced a powerful solo run, beating a couple of defenders before unleashing a shot from a tight angle that was saved low by goalkeeper Shibinraj Kunniyil.The goalkeeper was called into action again midway through the half, this time keeping out a long-range effort from Marius Obekop.Real Kashmir’s sustained pressure paid off in the 26th minute when it took the lead through an own goal. Obekop’s corner was attacked at the near post by Ahteeb Ahmad Dar, who failed to make contact. However, Ahteeb’s presence unsettled Barata, whose attempted headed clearance ended up in his own net.The Malabarians were reduced to 10 men just before the drinks break when Bouba was shown a second yellow card for an aggressive challenge on Oinam Sanatomba Singh. The defender had been booked earlier in the half.ALSO READ: IWL 2025-26: East Bengal maintains perfect league record; Gokulam Kerala ends winless runReal Kashmir doubled its lead four minutes after the restart, again capitalising from a set-piece. Obekop’s corner was punched clear by Shibinraj, but Mohammad Inam sent the loose ball back towards goal. The effort struck Shedrack and came off the post, with the rebound falling kindly for the Nigerian striker, who had the simplest of tap-ins with no defender tracking his run.The side from Srinagar found its third goal after capitalising on a mistake from Shibinraj. The goalkeeper came off his line to collect a stray pass and, while trying to release the ball quickly to a teammate, saw his throw intercepted by Inam in midfield.The captain kept his composure from nearly 35 yards out and calmly chipped the ball into the empty net.Real Kashmir comfortably held on to its three-goal advantage to register its third consecutive victory in the league.Published on Apr 30, 2026 #IFL #Real #Kashmir #beats #10man #Gokulam #Kerala #register #straight #win #relegation #stage

April 30, 2026

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Real Kashmir FC secured a 3-0 victory against 10-man Gokulam Kerala FC in an Indian Football League 2025-26 relegation stage fixture at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad on Thursday.
The Snow Leopards took the lead in the 26th minute through a Vitor Barata own goal before doubling their advantage in the 49th minute through Shedrack Charles. Mohammad Inam added the third goal three minutes later to seal a comfortable victory.
Gokulam Kerala was reduced to 10 men in the first half after Bouba Aminou was sent off for a second bookable offence.
The Snow Leopards moved to 11 points with their third consecutive victory, climbing to second place in the relegation stage standings. The Malabarians remained second from bottom with eight points, just one point above the relegation zone.
Gokulam Kerala made a lively start and created an opening as early as the second minute. Rahul Raju’s left-footed volley from the edge of the box drifted wide after Bouba had chested the ball down from a set-piece.
Moments later, Habib Fofana produced a crucial clearance at the far post to cut out Rahul’s cross, which was heading towards Moses Lalrinzuala for what looked like a simple tap-in.
Real Kashmir gradually grew into the match and began putting together meaningful attacks. Shedrack produced a powerful solo run, beating a couple of defenders before unleashing a shot from a tight angle that was saved low by goalkeeper Shibinraj Kunniyil.
The goalkeeper was called into action again midway through the half, this time keeping out a long-range effort from Marius Obekop.
Real Kashmir’s sustained pressure paid off in the 26th minute when it took the lead through an own goal. Obekop’s corner was attacked at the near post by Ahteeb Ahmad Dar, who failed to make contact. However, Ahteeb’s presence unsettled Barata, whose attempted headed clearance ended up in his own net.
The Malabarians were reduced to 10 men just before the drinks break when Bouba was shown a second yellow card for an aggressive challenge on Oinam Sanatomba Singh. The defender had been booked earlier in the half.
ALSO READ: IWL 2025-26: East Bengal maintains perfect league record; Gokulam Kerala ends winless run
Real Kashmir doubled its lead four minutes after the restart, again capitalising from a set-piece. Obekop’s corner was punched clear by Shibinraj, but Mohammad Inam sent the loose ball back towards goal. The effort struck Shedrack and came off the post, with the rebound falling kindly for the Nigerian striker, who had the simplest of tap-ins with no defender tracking his run.
The side from Srinagar found its third goal after capitalising on a mistake from Shibinraj. The goalkeeper came off his line to collect a stray pass and, while trying to release the ball quickly to a teammate, saw his throw intercepted by Inam in midfield.
The captain kept his composure from nearly 35 yards out and calmly chipped the ball into the empty net.
Real Kashmir comfortably held on to its three-goal advantage to register its third consecutive victory in the league.
Published on Apr 30, 2026

#IFL #Real #Kashmir #beats #10man #Gokulam #Kerala #register #straight #win #relegation #stage">IFL 2025-26: Real Kashmir beats 10-man Gokulam Kerala to register third straight win in relegation stage

Real Kashmir FC secured a 3-0 victory against 10-man Gokulam Kerala FC in an Indian Football League 2025-26 relegation stage fixture at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad on Thursday.

Gokulam Kerala was reduced to 10 men in the first half after Bouba Aminou was sent off for a second bookable offence.

Moments later, Habib Fofana produced a crucial clearance at the far post to cut out Rahul’s cross, which was heading towards Moses Lalrinzuala for what looked like a simple tap-in.

The goalkeeper was called into action again midway through the half, this time keeping out a long-range effort from Marius Obekop.

ALSO READ: IWL 2025-26: East Bengal maintains perfect league record; Gokulam Kerala ends winless run

The captain kept his composure from nearly 35 yards out and calmly chipped the ball into the empty net.

Real Kashmir comfortably held on to its three-goal advantage to register its third consecutive victory in the league.

Published on Apr 30, 2026

#IFL #Real #Kashmir #beats #10man #Gokulam #Kerala #register #straight #win #relegation #stage

Real Kashmir FC secured a 3-0 victory against 10-man Gokulam Kerala FC in an Indian…

Aizawl FC came from a goal down to beat Namdhari FC 2-1 and secure three points in its Indian Football League relegation stage fixture at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

Namdhari took the lead in the 43rd minute through a Timur Talipov own goal before Aizawl equalised in the 67th minute, courtesy another own goal, this time from Kamalpreet Singh Grewal. Substitute Zomuansanga completed the comeback in the 78th minute with a well-taken finish.

The win took Aizawl’s tally to 11 points and sent it to the top of the relegation stage, while Namdhari remained bottom with seven points.

Aizawl started brightly, using its familiarity with the artificial turf to keep possession and move the ball forward, especially down the left flank through Laltlanzova and Lalrempuia. Namdhari took time to settle but gradually grew into the game.

It created the first clear chance in the 15th minute when Seilenthang Lotjem found Rohit inside the box with a cross, but his glancing header was saved well by goalkeeper Vanlalhriatpuia. The Aizawl keeper commanded his area confidently, dealing with Namdhari’s set-pieces and long balls, which remained its main attacking threat in the first half.

The breakthrough came two minutes before half-time. Bhupinder Singh whipped a dangerous cross across the six-yard box and Talipov, while trying to clear, deflected the ball into his own net with the goalkeeper rooted to the spot.

ALSO READ: Ezzejjari brace, Bipin’s first-half strike help East Bengal beatOdisha and stay in title race

Aizawl began the second half with more urgency and came close to equalising when Laltlanzova floated a cross towards the back post. Vanlalhriatzuala directed his header towards goal but was denied by a sharp reflex save from Namdhari goalkeeper Niraj Kumar. Moments later, Lalhriatpuia tested Niraj with a low shot from inside the box.

The People’s Club kept pressing and eventually found the equaliser through another own goal. Talipov released Malsawmzuala Tlangte down the right, and the winger burst past his marker before drilling a low cross into the box. Vanlalhriatzuala scuffed his attempt, but substitute Kamalpreet got his feet tangled while trying to clear and diverted the ball into his own net.

Eleven minutes later, Aizawl took the lead through a well-worked move down the left. Laltlanzova picked out Zomuansanga, who had been introduced only a few minutes earlier. The striker took a touch before firing a powerful low shot on the turn into the bottom corner.

Namdhari created a few chances late in the game and in stoppage time but lacked conviction in the final third as Aizawl held on to complete the comeback.

Published on Apr 29, 2026

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IFL 2025-26: Zomuansanga seals comeback win as Aizawl FC downs Namdhari FC in relegation stage Aizawl FC came from a goal down to beat Namdhari FC 2-1 and secure three points in its Indian Football League relegation stage fixture at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad on Wednesday.Namdhari took the lead in the 43rd minute through a Timur Talipov own goal before Aizawl equalised in the 67th minute, courtesy another own goal, this time from Kamalpreet Singh Grewal. Substitute Zomuansanga completed the comeback in the 78th minute with a well-taken finish.The win took Aizawl’s tally to 11 points and sent it to the top of the relegation stage, while Namdhari remained bottom with seven points.Aizawl started brightly, using its familiarity with the artificial turf to keep possession and move the ball forward, especially down the left flank through Laltlanzova and Lalrempuia. Namdhari took time to settle but gradually grew into the game.It created the first clear chance in the 15th minute when Seilenthang Lotjem found Rohit inside the box with a cross, but his glancing header was saved well by goalkeeper Vanlalhriatpuia. The Aizawl keeper commanded his area confidently, dealing with Namdhari’s set-pieces and long balls, which remained its main attacking threat in the first half.The breakthrough came two minutes before half-time. Bhupinder Singh whipped a dangerous cross across the six-yard box and Talipov, while trying to clear, deflected the ball into his own net with the goalkeeper rooted to the spot.ALSO READ: Ezzejjari brace, Bipin’s first-half strike help East Bengal beatOdisha and stay in title raceAizawl began the second half with more urgency and came close to equalising when Laltlanzova floated a cross towards the back post. Vanlalhriatzuala directed his header towards goal but was denied by a sharp reflex save from Namdhari goalkeeper Niraj Kumar. Moments later, Lalhriatpuia tested Niraj with a low shot from inside the box.The People’s Club kept pressing and eventually found the equaliser through another own goal. Talipov released Malsawmzuala Tlangte down the right, and the winger burst past his marker before drilling a low cross into the box. Vanlalhriatzuala scuffed his attempt, but substitute Kamalpreet got his feet tangled while trying to clear and diverted the ball into his own net.Eleven minutes later, Aizawl took the lead through a well-worked move down the left. Laltlanzova picked out Zomuansanga, who had been introduced only a few minutes earlier. The striker took a touch before firing a powerful low shot on the turn into the bottom corner.Namdhari created a few chances late in the game and in stoppage time but lacked conviction in the final third as Aizawl held on to complete the comeback.Published on Apr 29, 2026 #IFL #Zomuansanga #seals #comeback #win #Aizawl #downs #Namdhari #relegation #stage

April 29, 2026

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Aizawl FC came from a goal down to beat Namdhari FC 2-1 and secure three points in its Indian Football League relegation stage fixture at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad on Wednesday.
Namdhari took the lead in the 43rd minute through a Timur Talipov own goal before Aizawl equalised in the 67th minute, courtesy another own goal, this time from Kamalpreet Singh Grewal. Substitute Zomuansanga completed the comeback in the 78th minute with a well-taken finish.
The win took Aizawl’s tally to 11 points and sent it to the top of the relegation stage, while Namdhari remained bottom with seven points.
Aizawl started brightly, using its familiarity with the artificial turf to keep possession and move the ball forward, especially down the left flank through Laltlanzova and Lalrempuia. Namdhari took time to settle but gradually grew into the game.
It created the first clear chance in the 15th minute when Seilenthang Lotjem found Rohit inside the box with a cross, but his glancing header was saved well by goalkeeper Vanlalhriatpuia. The Aizawl keeper commanded his area confidently, dealing with Namdhari’s set-pieces and long balls, which remained its main attacking threat in the first half.
The breakthrough came two minutes before half-time. Bhupinder Singh whipped a dangerous cross across the six-yard box and Talipov, while trying to clear, deflected the ball into his own net with the goalkeeper rooted to the spot.
ALSO READ: Ezzejjari brace, Bipin’s first-half strike help East Bengal beatOdisha and stay in title race
Aizawl began the second half with more urgency and came close to equalising when Laltlanzova floated a cross towards the back post. Vanlalhriatzuala directed his header towards goal but was denied by a sharp reflex save from Namdhari goalkeeper Niraj Kumar. Moments later, Lalhriatpuia tested Niraj with a low shot from inside the box.
The People’s Club kept pressing and eventually found the equaliser through another own goal. Talipov released Malsawmzuala Tlangte down the right, and the winger burst past his marker before drilling a low cross into the box. Vanlalhriatzuala scuffed his attempt, but substitute Kamalpreet got his feet tangled while trying to clear and diverted the ball into his own net.
Eleven minutes later, Aizawl took the lead through a well-worked move down the left. Laltlanzova picked out Zomuansanga, who had been introduced only a few minutes earlier. The striker took a touch before firing a powerful low shot on the turn into the bottom corner.
Namdhari created a few chances late in the game and in stoppage time but lacked conviction in the final third as Aizawl held on to complete the comeback.
Published on Apr 29, 2026

#IFL #Zomuansanga #seals #comeback #win #Aizawl #downs #Namdhari #relegation #stage">IFL 2025-26: Zomuansanga seals comeback win as Aizawl FC downs Namdhari FC in relegation stage

Aizawl FC came from a goal down to beat Namdhari FC 2-1 and secure three points in its Indian Football League relegation stage fixture at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

The win took Aizawl’s tally to 11 points and sent it to the top of the relegation stage, while Namdhari remained bottom with seven points.

ALSO READ: Ezzejjari brace, Bipin’s first-half strike help East Bengal beatOdisha and stay in title race

Namdhari created a few chances late in the game and in stoppage time but lacked conviction in the final third as Aizawl held on to complete the comeback.

Published on Apr 29, 2026

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Aizawl FC came from a goal down to beat Namdhari FC 2-1 and secure three…

Shillong Lajong FC was held to a goalless draw by a resolute Dempo SC in its Indian Football League Championship Phase fixture at the SSA Stadium in Shillong on Sunday.

The result kept Shillong second in the table with 18 points, seven behind leader Diamond Harbour FC, while Dempo remained sixth with 10 points.

Shillong named an unchanged starting XI from its last match, while Dempo made two changes, with Sebastián Gutiérrez Atehortua and Vieri Colaco replacing Ariston Costa and Richmond Kwasi Owusu.

Shillong imposed itself from the outset, applying immediate pressure on Dempo straight from kick-off. Inside the opening minute, a long ball into the box created an early opening as Phrangki Buam rose to meet it, but the defence recovered in time to clear.

The host sustained a high tempo in the early exchanges, unsettling Dempo’s backline before the visitor slowed the pace and attempted to play out from the back.

Both sides showed a clear inclination to build through the flanks, with Buam and Ephraim Lalremtluanga stretching play for Shillong, while Saiesh Bagkar and Kapil Hoble looked to supply Gutiérrez and Marcus Leric Jr Joseph centrally.

Shillong’s sharpness in possession, aided by strong home support, translated into early control. In the eighth minute, Lamlallian found space in the final third and struck at goal, but Aubin Kouakou positioned himself well to block.

Dempo’s attempts to construct from deep led to repeated turnovers under Shillong’s high press, while Everbrightson Sana Mylliempdah tested Ashish Sibi with a skidding effort from distance that the goalkeeper handled securely.

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The clearest opening of the first half came in the 34th minute when Kouakou lost possession, allowing Sana to break through on goal. Jose Luis Moreno Pena recovered with a well-timed sliding challenge to prevent the shot.

Shillong continued to threaten. In the 38th minute, Damaitphang Lyngdoh delivered a low cross across the six-yard area that evaded any finishing touch. Five minutes later, Buam’s shot from a tight angle was parried by Sibi before Lyngdoh struck the woodwork from distance.

Shillong resumed on the front foot after the interval, but Dempo produced a moment of quality in the 58th minute as Gutierrez connected cleanly with a first-time volley from a tight angle, forcing Ranit Sarkar into a sharp save.

The visitor came close again in the 67th minute from a set-piece, but Sarkar reacted well before Joseph fired over the bar from the rebound.

Shillong pushed hard for a breakthrough and came agonisingly close in stoppage time, when substitute Abelson Jachi forced a spill from Sibi and Kenstar Kharshong lifted the rebound over the goalkeeper, only to see his effort strike the crossbar.

Shillong’s inability to convert dominance into goals proved decisive. Despite registering 20 shots, including five on target, it could not breach a disciplined Dempo defence.

Published on Apr 26, 2026

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IFL 2025-26: Dempo frustrates Shillong Lajong in goalless Championship Phase clash Shillong Lajong FC was held to a goalless draw by a resolute Dempo SC in its Indian Football League Championship Phase fixture at the SSA Stadium in Shillong on Sunday.The result kept Shillong second in the table with 18 points, seven behind leader Diamond Harbour FC, while Dempo remained sixth with 10 points.Shillong named an unchanged starting XI from its last match, while Dempo made two changes, with Sebastián Gutiérrez Atehortua and Vieri Colaco replacing Ariston Costa and Richmond Kwasi Owusu.Shillong imposed itself from the outset, applying immediate pressure on Dempo straight from kick-off. Inside the opening minute, a long ball into the box created an early opening as Phrangki Buam rose to meet it, but the defence recovered in time to clear.The host sustained a high tempo in the early exchanges, unsettling Dempo’s backline before the visitor slowed the pace and attempted to play out from the back.Both sides showed a clear inclination to build through the flanks, with Buam and Ephraim Lalremtluanga stretching play for Shillong, while Saiesh Bagkar and Kapil Hoble looked to supply Gutiérrez and Marcus Leric Jr Joseph centrally.Shillong’s sharpness in possession, aided by strong home support, translated into early control. In the eighth minute, Lamlallian found space in the final third and struck at goal, but Aubin Kouakou positioned himself well to block.Dempo’s attempts to construct from deep led to repeated turnovers under Shillong’s high press, while Everbrightson Sana Mylliempdah tested Ashish Sibi with a skidding effort from distance that the goalkeeper handled securely.ALSO READ: Atletico Madrid’s Barrios to miss Arsenal Champions League semifinal tie with thigh injuryThe clearest opening of the first half came in the 34th minute when Kouakou lost possession, allowing Sana to break through on goal. Jose Luis Moreno Pena recovered with a well-timed sliding challenge to prevent the shot.Shillong continued to threaten. In the 38th minute, Damaitphang Lyngdoh delivered a low cross across the six-yard area that evaded any finishing touch. Five minutes later, Buam’s shot from a tight angle was parried by Sibi before Lyngdoh struck the woodwork from distance.Shillong resumed on the front foot after the interval, but Dempo produced a moment of quality in the 58th minute as Gutierrez connected cleanly with a first-time volley from a tight angle, forcing Ranit Sarkar into a sharp save.The visitor came close again in the 67th minute from a set-piece, but Sarkar reacted well before Joseph fired over the bar from the rebound.Shillong pushed hard for a breakthrough and came agonisingly close in stoppage time, when substitute Abelson Jachi forced a spill from Sibi and Kenstar Kharshong lifted the rebound over the goalkeeper, only to see his effort strike the crossbar.Shillong’s inability to convert dominance into goals proved decisive. Despite registering 20 shots, including five on target, it could not breach a disciplined Dempo defence.Published on Apr 26, 2026 #IFL #Dempo #frustrates #Shillong #Lajong #goalless #Championship #Phase #clash

April 26, 2026

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Shillong Lajong FC was held to a goalless draw by a resolute Dempo SC in its Indian Football League Championship Phase fixture at the SSA Stadium in Shillong on Sunday.
The result kept Shillong second in the table with 18 points, seven behind leader Diamond Harbour FC, while Dempo remained sixth with 10 points.
Shillong named an unchanged starting XI from its last match, while Dempo made two changes, with Sebastián Gutiérrez Atehortua and Vieri Colaco replacing Ariston Costa and Richmond Kwasi Owusu.
Shillong imposed itself from the outset, applying immediate pressure on Dempo straight from kick-off. Inside the opening minute, a long ball into the box created an early opening as Phrangki Buam rose to meet it, but the defence recovered in time to clear.
The host sustained a high tempo in the early exchanges, unsettling Dempo’s backline before the visitor slowed the pace and attempted to play out from the back.
Both sides showed a clear inclination to build through the flanks, with Buam and Ephraim Lalremtluanga stretching play for Shillong, while Saiesh Bagkar and Kapil Hoble looked to supply Gutiérrez and Marcus Leric Jr Joseph centrally.
Shillong’s sharpness in possession, aided by strong home support, translated into early control. In the eighth minute, Lamlallian found space in the final third and struck at goal, but Aubin Kouakou positioned himself well to block.
Dempo’s attempts to construct from deep led to repeated turnovers under Shillong’s high press, while Everbrightson Sana Mylliempdah tested Ashish Sibi with a skidding effort from distance that the goalkeeper handled securely.
ALSO READ: Atletico Madrid’s Barrios to miss Arsenal Champions League semifinal tie with thigh injury
The clearest opening of the first half came in the 34th minute when Kouakou lost possession, allowing Sana to break through on goal. Jose Luis Moreno Pena recovered with a well-timed sliding challenge to prevent the shot.
Shillong continued to threaten. In the 38th minute, Damaitphang Lyngdoh delivered a low cross across the six-yard area that evaded any finishing touch. Five minutes later, Buam’s shot from a tight angle was parried by Sibi before Lyngdoh struck the woodwork from distance.
Shillong resumed on the front foot after the interval, but Dempo produced a moment of quality in the 58th minute as Gutierrez connected cleanly with a first-time volley from a tight angle, forcing Ranit Sarkar into a sharp save.
The visitor came close again in the 67th minute from a set-piece, but Sarkar reacted well before Joseph fired over the bar from the rebound.
Shillong pushed hard for a breakthrough and came agonisingly close in stoppage time, when substitute Abelson Jachi forced a spill from Sibi and Kenstar Kharshong lifted the rebound over the goalkeeper, only to see his effort strike the crossbar.
Shillong’s inability to convert dominance into goals proved decisive. Despite registering 20 shots, including five on target, it could not breach a disciplined Dempo defence.
Published on Apr 26, 2026

#IFL #Dempo #frustrates #Shillong #Lajong #goalless #Championship #Phase #clash">IFL 2025-26: Dempo frustrates Shillong Lajong in goalless Championship Phase clash

Shillong Lajong FC was held to a goalless draw by a resolute Dempo SC in its Indian Football League Championship Phase fixture at the SSA Stadium in Shillong on Sunday.

The result kept Shillong second in the table with 18 points, seven behind leader Diamond Harbour FC, while Dempo remained sixth with 10 points.

Shillong named an unchanged starting XI from its last match, while Dempo made two changes, with Sebastián Gutiérrez Atehortua and Vieri Colaco replacing Ariston Costa and Richmond Kwasi Owusu.

The host sustained a high tempo in the early exchanges, unsettling Dempo’s backline before the visitor slowed the pace and attempted to play out from the back.

ALSO READ: Atletico Madrid’s Barrios to miss Arsenal Champions League semifinal tie with thigh injury

The visitor came close again in the 67th minute from a set-piece, but Sarkar reacted well before Joseph fired over the bar from the rebound.

Shillong’s inability to convert dominance into goals proved decisive. Despite registering 20 shots, including five on target, it could not breach a disciplined Dempo defence.

Published on Apr 26, 2026

#IFL #Dempo #frustrates #Shillong #Lajong #goalless #Championship #Phase #clash

Shillong Lajong FC was held to a goalless draw by a resolute Dempo SC in…

Two quickfire strikes in the second half from Everbrightson Sana and Ephraim Lalremtluanga ensured Shillong Lajong FC go past Namdhari FC 2-0 in the Indian Football League 2025-26 at the Namdhari Football Stadium in Ludhiana on Friday.

With this win, Shillong Lajong has confirmed its place in the top half of the table with 14 points from eight matches, while Namdhari FC remains in eighth place with seven points from eight matches.

After a scrappy start to the first half, Shillong Lajong settled into the game and began to show greater promise in attack. Phrangki Buam, along with right-back Kitboklang Khyriem, was particularly lively down the right flank, keeping the Namdhari defence on its toes. Everbrightson Sana’s glancing header was well saved before Buam had a couple of attempts on goal, both of which were well saved by goalkeeper Niraj Kumar.

At the other end, Namdhari relied on long balls and set pieces to create openings, using its physicality, but the Lajong defence stood firm to thwart any meaningful attempts, ensuring its goalkeeper was not tested with a clear-cut chance in the first half. The defences of both sides were solid as they went into the break goalless.

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The visitor made a brilliant start to the second half, taking the lead just eight minutes after the restart with a perfectly executed counter-attack from a Namdhari set piece. Phrangki Buam was released into space and switched play superbly to the left for Ephraim Lalremtluanga, who cushioned the ball into the path of Everbrightson Sana. The striker fired a superb first time right-footed volley past the goalkeeper to find the back of the net.

Everbrightson turned provider this time as Shillong Lajong doubled its advantage four minutes later. The striker sent in a looping cross into the box that found Ephraim, who timed his run perfectly between two defenders and guided a header into the net for his side’s second goal of the match.

The home side nearly pulled one back immediately after the restart, but Manvir Singh failed to direct his effort on target after being picked out by a cross from the right. At the other end, Buam had a couple of opportunities to add a third for Shillong Lajong, but instead of going for goal himself, he looked to pick out teammates in the box, with the Namdhari defence managing to clear the danger.

Shillong controlled the latter stages of the match, maintaining possession in key areas of the pitch. Namdhari attempted to trouble the defence with long balls and their physical presence, but was unable to create anything meaningful in the final third.

Published on Apr 10, 2026

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Indian Football League 2025-26: Shillong Lajong secures comfortable victory against Namdhari Two quickfire strikes in the second half from Everbrightson Sana and Ephraim Lalremtluanga ensured Shillong Lajong FC go past Namdhari FC 2-0 in the Indian Football League 2025-26 at the Namdhari Football Stadium in Ludhiana on Friday.With this win, Shillong Lajong has confirmed its place in the top half of the table with 14 points from eight matches, while Namdhari FC remains in eighth place with seven points from eight matches.After a scrappy start to the first half, Shillong Lajong settled into the game and began to show greater promise in attack. Phrangki Buam, along with right-back Kitboklang Khyriem, was particularly lively down the right flank, keeping the Namdhari defence on its toes. Everbrightson Sana’s glancing header was well saved before Buam had a couple of attempts on goal, both of which were well saved by goalkeeper Niraj Kumar.At the other end, Namdhari relied on long balls and set pieces to create openings, using its physicality, but the Lajong defence stood firm to thwart any meaningful attempts, ensuring its goalkeeper was not tested with a clear-cut chance in the first half. The defences of both sides were solid as they went into the break goalless.ALSO READ | New managers take centrestage in Bengaluru-Blasters clashThe visitor made a brilliant start to the second half, taking the lead just eight minutes after the restart with a perfectly executed counter-attack from a Namdhari set piece. Phrangki Buam was released into space and switched play superbly to the left for Ephraim Lalremtluanga, who cushioned the ball into the path of Everbrightson Sana. The striker fired a superb first time right-footed volley past the goalkeeper to find the back of the net.Everbrightson turned provider this time as Shillong Lajong doubled its advantage four minutes later. The striker sent in a looping cross into the box that found Ephraim, who timed his run perfectly between two defenders and guided a header into the net for his side’s second goal of the match.The home side nearly pulled one back immediately after the restart, but Manvir Singh failed to direct his effort on target after being picked out by a cross from the right. At the other end, Buam had a couple of opportunities to add a third for Shillong Lajong, but instead of going for goal himself, he looked to pick out teammates in the box, with the Namdhari defence managing to clear the danger.Shillong controlled the latter stages of the match, maintaining possession in key areas of the pitch. Namdhari attempted to trouble the defence with long balls and their physical presence, but was unable to create anything meaningful in the final third.Published on Apr 10, 2026 #Indian #Football #League #Shillong #Lajong #secures #comfortable #victory #Namdhari

April 10, 2026

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Two quickfire strikes in the second half from Everbrightson Sana and Ephraim Lalremtluanga ensured Shillong Lajong FC go past Namdhari FC 2-0 in the Indian Football League 2025-26 at the Namdhari Football Stadium in Ludhiana on Friday.
With this win, Shillong Lajong has confirmed its place in the top half of the table with 14 points from eight matches, while Namdhari FC remains in eighth place with seven points from eight matches.
After a scrappy start to the first half, Shillong Lajong settled into the game and began to show greater promise in attack. Phrangki Buam, along with right-back Kitboklang Khyriem, was particularly lively down the right flank, keeping the Namdhari defence on its toes. Everbrightson Sana’s glancing header was well saved before Buam had a couple of attempts on goal, both of which were well saved by goalkeeper Niraj Kumar.
At the other end, Namdhari relied on long balls and set pieces to create openings, using its physicality, but the Lajong defence stood firm to thwart any meaningful attempts, ensuring its goalkeeper was not tested with a clear-cut chance in the first half. The defences of both sides were solid as they went into the break goalless.
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The visitor made a brilliant start to the second half, taking the lead just eight minutes after the restart with a perfectly executed counter-attack from a Namdhari set piece. Phrangki Buam was released into space and switched play superbly to the left for Ephraim Lalremtluanga, who cushioned the ball into the path of Everbrightson Sana. The striker fired a superb first time right-footed volley past the goalkeeper to find the back of the net.
Everbrightson turned provider this time as Shillong Lajong doubled its advantage four minutes later. The striker sent in a looping cross into the box that found Ephraim, who timed his run perfectly between two defenders and guided a header into the net for his side’s second goal of the match.
The home side nearly pulled one back immediately after the restart, but Manvir Singh failed to direct his effort on target after being picked out by a cross from the right. At the other end, Buam had a couple of opportunities to add a third for Shillong Lajong, but instead of going for goal himself, he looked to pick out teammates in the box, with the Namdhari defence managing to clear the danger.
Shillong controlled the latter stages of the match, maintaining possession in key areas of the pitch. Namdhari attempted to trouble the defence with long balls and their physical presence, but was unable to create anything meaningful in the final third.
Published on Apr 10, 2026

#Indian #Football #League #Shillong #Lajong #secures #comfortable #victory #Namdhari">Indian Football League 2025-26: Shillong Lajong secures comfortable victory against Namdhari

With this win, Shillong Lajong has confirmed its place in the top half of the table with 14 points from eight matches, while Namdhari FC remains in eighth place with seven points from eight matches.

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Published on Apr 10, 2026

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