Namdhari SC triumphed over Real Kashmir FC with a narrow 1-0 victory at the TRC Stadium in Srinagar on March 25, 2026. This win marks Namdhari’s first success of the Indian Football League 2025-26 season.
Seilenthang Lotjem was the hero of the match, scoring the only goal that secured the victory for Namdhari SC. Niraj Kumar’s outstanding performance earned him the Man of the Match title.
With this win, Namdhari SC has moved up to sixth place in the league standings, accumulating six points from five matches. In stark contrast, Real Kashmir FC remains in ninth place with just two points, having yet to secure a win this season.
Real Kashmir FC made two changes to their starting lineup for this match, while Namdhari SC opted for one adjustment. The previous encounter for Namdhari SC ended in a draw against Sreenidi Deccan, while Real Kashmir faced a 0-1 defeat to Rajasthan United.
Historically, Namdhari SC has dominated their encounters with Real Kashmir FC, winning three of the last four matches. This latest victory adds to their favorable record against the team.
As the season progresses, observers will be keen to see if Namdhari SC can build on this momentum, while Real Kashmir FC will need to regroup and find a way to turn their fortunes around. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential changes in strategy for the struggling Real Kashmir FC.
