Goals by Marlon Rangel and Lalruatsanga secured a 2-1 victory for Chanmari FC over Real Kashmir FC in the Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 match at TRC Stadium. Despite Marius Bedzigui scoring for Real Kashmir, Chanmari FC maintained their lead to climb to seventh place with eight points, while Real Kashmir stayed at the bottom with two points from seven games.
In a crucial fixture, Real Kashmir’s head coach Ishfaq Ahmed made three changes, including Sayad Bin Abdul Kadir in goal and Shahid Nazir in midfield. Chanmari FC’s coach Dipankur Sharma also made three changes, introducing Lalruatsanga, F. Malsawmtluanga, and Joel Lalramengmawia into the starting lineup.
Real Kashmir dominated the first half but failed to convert chances, hitting the woodwork twice. Chanmari FC capitalized on a set-piece just before halftime, with Marlon Rangel scoring. Lalruatsanga extended their lead after the break, while Real Kashmir pulled one back through Marius Bedzigui’s free-kick.
Despite Real Kashmir’s efforts to equalize, Chanmari FC held on to secure the win, with Marlon Rangel named Player of the Match.
