IFL 2026-27: Lamurong's late strike gives Shillong Lajong 2-1 win over Sreenidi Deccan
Synopsis
Shillong Lajong climbed to the top of the IFL 2026-27 table with a dramatic 2-1 win over Sreenidi Deccan — a game that swung on a goalkeeper fumble, a wasted sitter, and a clinical substitute curler from Tremiki Lamurong with six minutes to spare.
Key Takeaways
Shillong Lajong FC defeated Sreenidi Deccan FC 2-1 in IFL 2026-27 Match 11 at the SSA Stadium, Shillong on 13 November 2026 .
Substitute Tremiki Lamurong scored the decisive winner in the 84th minute with a curling left-footed finish.
Joedson dos Santos opened the scoring in the 51st minute from a set-piece; Nicolas Morinigo equalised in the 72nd minute for Sreenidi Deccan.
Shillong Lajong move temporarily to the top of the IFL table with 7 points from 3 matches .
Sreenidi Deccan remain fourth with 4 points from 3 games .
Joedson dos Santos was named Player of the Match .
Substitute Tremiki Lamurong curled home a decisive 84th-minute strike to hand Shillong Lajong FC a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Sreenidi Deccan FC in Match 11 of the Indian Football League (IFL) 2026-27 season at the SSA Stadium in Shillong on Friday, 13 November 2026. The win propelled Lajong temporarily to the top of the standings with seven points from three matches.
First Half: Lajong Dominate, Deccan Survive
Shillong Lajong controlled the tempo from the first whistle, with Lamlallian Valphei, Gladdy Nelcen Kharbuli, Damaitphang Lyngdoh, and Abelson Jachi orchestrating one-touch combinations in midfield. The home side's first genuine chance arrived in the 10th minute, when Everbrightson Sana unleashed a powerful effort from the edge of the box, only for Sreenidi Deccan goalkeeper Kamaljit Singh to produce a fingertip save.
Sreenidi Deccan's best opportunity of the opening 45 minutes fell to David Castañeda, whose shot — set up by Portuguese midfielder Adriano Castanheira — struck the base of the post and rebounded on to the opposite upright before being scrambled clear. Kamaljit Singh was equally alert at set-pieces, ensuring Damaitphang Lyngdoh could not make clean contact with Sana's low cross late in the half. The sides went into the break level at 0-0.
Second Half: Goals, Drama and a Brilliant Winner
Lajong broke the deadlock five minutes after the restart through a well-rehearsed set-piece. Joedson dos Santos timed his run to meet an incisive delivery from Ephraim Lalremtluanga, opening his left foot to guide the ball beyond Kamaljit in the 51st minute.
Sreenidi Deccan head coach Antonio Rueda responded with a triple substitution after the 65th minute, introducing Brandon Vanlalremdika, K. Abhijith, and Nicolas Morinigo. The changes paid off swiftly: right-back Jagdeep Singh delivered a looping cross from the right flank in the 72nd minute, and substitute Morinigo outjumped his marker to power a header past replacement goalkeeper Siwel Rymbai and level proceedings.
Sreenidi Deccan almost snatched the lead moments later when Rymbai fumbled a low cross, leaving the ball for Adriano Castanheira at the six-yard box. The midfielder, however, blasted over the bar under no pressure — a miss that would prove decisive.
Lamurong made the visitors pay in the 84th minute. Collecting the ball on the right at the edge of the area, the forward skipped past Brandon Vanlalremdika with quick footwork before curling a composed left-footed finish beyond the diving Kamaljit to restore Lajong's advantage.
Late Drama as Lajong Hold Firm
Sreenidi Deccan captain David Castañeda thought he had rescued a point in injury time, his looping header seemingly destined for the net — only for Kenstar Kharshong to clear off the line. The visitors pressed relentlessly in the closing stages, but Shillong Lajong's defence stood firm to protect the one-goal margin and collect all three points.
Joedson dos Santos was named the Player of the Match for his opener and all-round contribution, while Sreenidi Deccan stayed fourth on four points from three games. With the IFL season still in its early stages, Lajong's home form will be a key factor as the title race takes shape.
Point of View
The northeast club is ahead of schedule, but the real test will be sustaining that form away from the partisan SSA crowd. For Sreenidi Deccan, the tactical gains from Antonio Rueda's triple substitution were evident, yet the lack of composure in front of goal remains a recurring concern.
NationPress
14 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the result of the IFL Match 11 between Shillong Lajong and Sreenidi Deccan?
Shillong Lajong FC defeated Sreenidi Deccan FC 2-1 in Match 11 of the IFL 2026-27 season at the SSA Stadium in Shillong on 13 November 2026. Substitute Tremiki Lamurong scored the winner in the 84th minute.
Who scored the goals in the Shillong Lajong vs Sreenidi Deccan IFL match?
Joedson dos Santos opened the scoring for Shillong Lajong in the 51st minute from a set-piece. Nicolas Morinigo equalised for Sreenidi Deccan in the 72nd minute, before Tremiki Lamurong restored Lajong's lead in the 84th minute.
Where does Shillong Lajong stand in the IFL 2026-27 table after this result?
Shillong Lajong moved temporarily to the top of the IFL 2026-27 standings with seven points from three matches following the win. Sreenidi Deccan remained fourth with four points from three games.
Who was named Player of the Match in Shillong Lajong vs Sreenidi Deccan?
Joedson dos Santos was named the Player of the Match for his opening goal and overall contribution to Shillong Lajong's 2-1 victory.
What was the decisive moment in the Shillong Lajong vs Sreenidi Deccan IFL clash?
The turning point came when Sreenidi Deccan failed to capitalise on a goalkeeper error — Adriano Castanheira blasted over from point-blank range after Lajong's Siwel Rymbai fumbled a cross. Six minutes later, Tremiki Lamurong curled in the winner for the home side.
