Can Pyari Xaxa Continue Her Hat-Trick Streak as Nita FA Triumph Again in IWL 2025-26?
Synopsis
Nita FA's stunning victory over Kickstart FC in the Indian Women's League 2025-26 featured Pyari Xaxa's impressive hat-trick. This match highlighted Nita's dominance as they stay atop the league standings. With both Neha and Amiratou contributing, can Nita maintain this momentum in their upcoming games?
Key Takeaways
Nita FA is leading the league with 7 points.
Pyari Xaxa has scored two consecutive hat-tricks.
Nita FA's defense is proving to be strong this season.
Kickstart FC is struggling and remains scoreless.
Early scoring continues to be a key strategy for Nita FA.
Kolkata, Dec 27 (NationPress) Nita Football Academy showcased their remarkable form in the Indian Women’s League 2025-26, clinching a decisive 5-0 victory over Kickstart FC at the National Centre of Excellence on Saturday.
Pyari Xaxa (2’, 31’, 76’) netted her second hat-trick in consecutive matches, effectively putting the game out of reach for Kickstart by halftime. Nita FA also saw goals from Togolese forward Amiratou N’Djambara (38’) and India U20 international Neha (64’).
Currently, Nita FA leads the league standings with seven points from three games, having achieved two victories by five-goal margins, following a previous 6-1 win over Sesa FA. In stark contrast, Kickstart remains scoreless in their three outings, finding themselves in the relegation zone.
The Cuttack-based team has demonstrated an early goal-scoring tendency, having struck against Kickstart just after the two-minute mark. Neha delivered a precise cross from the left, allowing Pyari to tap it in from the far post.
The 19-year-old proved to be a constant threat on the left flank, applying pressure on Kickstart in the initial stages.
As Kickstart began to establish their rhythm, Kiran Pisda emerged as a crucial player for them in midfield. Nita FA goalkeeper Adrija Sarkhel executed a diving save to thwart a powerful shot by Kiran in the 12th minute, maintaining their lead.
Realizing her team was losing grip on the match, Nita FA head coach Paromita Sit opted for an early substitution, bringing in Jasoda Munda for Poonam.
This change quickly bore fruit. In the 31st minute, Neha sent in another cross, which Pyari volleyed in for her second goal.
With two goals already secured, Pyari turned playmaker when Ghanaian midfielder Matilda Kwao surged forward and set her up to assist Amiratou for the team’s third goal.
The second half saw Kickstart starting with greater purpose, yet Nita FA's defense remained steadfast. Their best opportunity came in the 49th minute when substitute Olivia Chanu delivered a cross that Kiran controlled, setting up Lhingneilam Kipgen for a shot that Adrija again kept out with a diving save.
Finally, Neha scored her first goal when Matilda played her through on the left. She burst into the box and slammed the ball into the bottom corner.
Pyari completed her hat-trick in the 78th minute, quashing any hopes of a Kickstart comeback. Bhumika Devi assisted Amiratou on the right, who chipped the ball to Pyari at the far post for the final goal.
Point of View
It will be interesting to watch their journey unfold as they aim for the championship.
NationPress
2 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the match?
Nita FA defeated Kickstart FC with a final score of 5-0.
Who scored the hat-trick?
Pyari Xaxa scored the hat-trick for Nita FA.
Where was the match held?
The match took place at the National Centre of Excellence.
How many points does Nita FA have?
Nita FA currently has seven points from three matches.
Is Kickstart FC still scoreless in the league?
Yes, Kickstart FC has not scored any points in their three matches.
