Ludhiana, April 30 -- Rajasthan United FC's title ambitions face a critical test when they take on Dempo SC in a championship phase fixture of Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 at the Namdhari Football Stadium in Sri Bhaini Sahib, Ludhiana, on Friday.

Both teams have already opened their championship phase campaigns, albeit with differing outcomes. Rajasthan United suffered a narrow 1-2 defeat against Sreenidi Deccan FC, while Dempo were held to a goalless draw by Shillong Lajong FC, according to a release.

The pressure, however, rests more heavily on Rajasthan. Currently fourth with 18 points, they remain within touching distance of the top of the table, but their margin for error has all but disappeared. A win here could lift them ...