Namdhari SC won 1-0 against Real Kashmir FC on March 25, 2026, marking their first victory of the Indian Football League 2025-26 season. Seilenthang Lotjem scored the decisive goal, propelling Namdhari SC to sixth place in the league standings with six points from five matches.
Real Kashmir FC, on the other hand, remains in ninth place with only two points from five matches, continuing their struggle as they have yet to secure a win this season. The match took place at the TRC Stadium in Srinagar, where both teams made adjustments to their lineups; Real Kashmir FC implemented two changes while Namdhari SC made one.
Niraj Kumar’s standout performance earned him the Man of the Match award, underscoring his pivotal role in Namdhari’s success. Historically, Namdhari SC has had the upper hand in their encounters with Real Kashmir FC, winning three of the four previous matches before this clash.
Prior to this match, Namdhari SC had drawn their last game against Sreenidi Deccan, while Real Kashmir FC faced a 0-1 defeat to Rajasthan United. The ongoing season has been challenging for Real Kashmir FC, as they have not yet managed to win any matches.
With this victory, Namdhari SC aims to build momentum as they look to improve their league position. Observers will be watching closely to see if they can maintain this form in upcoming fixtures, while Real Kashmir FC will need to regroup and strategize to turn their season around.
