Shillong, May 2: Shillong Lajong FC stayed in the hunt for the Indian Football League 2025-26 title by walloping Chanmari FC 4-0 at the SSA Stadium here this evening.
Phrangki Buam (45’+1) netted the opening goal towards the end of the first half but three more followed in the second 45 minutes through his team mates Tremiki Lamurong (70′), Everbrightson Mylliempdah (77′) and Damaitphang Lyngdoh (86′).
The visitors were disadvantaged early on after Joel Lalramengmawia was sent off with a double yellow in the 16th minute.
Lajong coach Birendra Thapa made three changes from the starting lineup against Dempo last Sunday – Siwel Rymbai was back in goal for Ranit Sarkar, while Jakob Vanlalhimpuia and Abhay Gurung replaced Gladdy Kharbuli and Everbrightson.
With this win Lajong moved to 21 points, still 4 behind leaders Diamond Harbour FC but they remain close even if the situation strongly favours DHFC. Diamond Harbour have a game in hand and will take on Sreenidi Deccan tomorrow evening.
Further details to follow…
Shillong Lajong squad today:
Siwel Rymbai (GK), Kitboklang Khyriem, Rudra Ved, Saveme Tariang, Ephraim Lalremtluanga (sub Figo Syndai 60′), Kenstar Kharshong (sub Overkindness L Mawnai 82′), Damaitphang Lyngdoh, Lamlallian, Jakob Vanlalhimpuia (sub Everbrightson Mylliempdah 60′), Abhay Gurung (sub Tremiki Lamurong 60′), Phrangki Buam (sub Maxderidoff Wahlang 81′)
(Indian Football League photo)