Shillong Lajong Dominates Diamond Harbour in IFL Final
Shillong Lajong thrashes champions Diamond Harbour in IFL finale
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In a decisive match at Kalyani Stadium, Shillong Lajong FC defeated Diamond Harbour FC 3-0, securing second place in the Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 season. The victory was marked by goals from Everbrightson Sana, Gladdy Nelcen Kharbuli, and Phrangki Buam, who also earned the Most Valuable Player award.
- 01Shillong Lajong finished the season with 28 points, just one point behind champions Diamond Harbour, who ended with 29 points.
- 02Everbrightson Sana scored the opening goal in the 30th minute, followed by Gladdy Kharbuli's goal in stoppage time of the first half.
- 03Phrangki Buam scored the third goal in the 54th minute, marking his eighth goal of the season.
- 04Dempo SC's Ashish Sibi was awarded Best Goalkeeper, while Marcus Joseph from the same team won the Golden Boot.
- 05The match featured a heavily rotated squad from Diamond Harbour, who had already secured the championship prior to the game.
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The Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 season culminated in an exciting finale where Shillong Lajong FC triumphed over the reigning champions, Diamond Harbour FC, with a score of 3-0 at Kalyani Stadium in Kalyani, India. Shillong Lajong's victory allowed them to finish the season in second place with 28 points, just one point shy of Diamond Harbour's 29 points. The match saw Everbrightson Sana open the scoring in the 30th minute, followed by a stunning goal from Gladdy Nelcen Kharbuli just before halftime. Phrangki Buam sealed the win with a goal in the 54th minute, earning him the title of Most Valuable Player for the season. Despite Diamond Harbour's championship status, they fielded a rotated squad, which allowed Shillong Lajong to control the match. The game included several near misses and a striking performance from both teams, showcasing the competitive spirit of the league. Individual accolades were also awarded, with Ashish Sibi recognized as Best Goalkeeper and Marcus Joseph receiving the Golden Boot for his scoring prowess.
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This victory boosts the morale of Shillong Lajong FC and their supporters, highlighting their competitive edge in the league.
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