Shillong, Oct 26: Meghalaya started their run in the Sub-Junior Boys National Football Championship 2025-26 (Tier 2) with a sensational 6-1 victory over hosts Chhattisgarh in Narainpur on Sunday.
After a goalless first half an hour, Meghalaya burst forth with four goals in the run-up to half-time. Macstar Nongkynrih (33′), Marbiang Marwein (34′, 34′), and Wanpyndapbor Nongsiej (45’+2) were the scorers.
Then, in the second half, Iaishanborlang Khongjee (69′, 78′) produced a brace on either side of Chhattisgarh’s lone goal in the 72nd minute. Marbiang was named Player of the Match.
With such a convincing win, Meghalaya, coached by Dapmon Tariang, are on top of Group C after the first round. Only the top team from each of the four groups will progress to the semifinals; however, the boys will have to remain consistent going forward.
Meghalaya will play Andhra Pradesh next on Tuesday at 8:30 am. Andhra lost their opening match this morning to Himachal Pradesh 3-2.
