India, Oct. 30 -- Debutants Nagaland United SC made a memorable start to their Indian Football League (IFL) 2026-27 campaign, securing an impressive 3-1 victory over Real Kashmir FC in the season opener at the TRC Stadium in Srinagar on Friday, October 30.

JH Remlala gave the visitors an early lead in the third minute before Vanlalhriatzuala K doubled their advantage in the 21st minute. Real Kashmir reduced the deficit through an own goal by Nagaland United captain Rohmingthanga in the 59th minute, but Vanlalhriatzuala struck again in the 74th minute to restore the two-goal cushion and seal all three points for the debutants. Vanlalhriatzuala was named Man of the Match.

The result handed Nagaland United SC their maiden victory and first...