In a crucial match for the Indian Football League 2025-26 Championship Phase, Rajasthan United FC suffered a 0-1 defeat to Dempo SC at the Namdhari Football Stadium in Sri Bhaini Sahib, India. Seigoumang Doungel scored the decisive goal in the 60th minute, capitalizing on a swift counter-attack. Despite dominating possession and creating several chances, Rajasthan struggled to find the back of the net. The loss leaves Rajasthan in fourth place with 17 points from 11 matches, while Dempo climbs to fifth with 13 points. Rajasthan's inability to convert their territorial advantage into goals proved costly, as they were repeatedly thwarted by Dempo's solid defense and goalkeeper Ashish Sibi, who made several crucial saves. The match highlighted Rajasthan's need to improve their finishing in the final third as they aim to regain momentum in the title race.