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Sreenidi Deccan Beat Dempo SC 3-1 to Top IFL Table

Sreenidi Deccan FC secured a 3-1 victory over Dempo SC in the Indian Football League. The win propelled them to the top of the table with 10 points from five matches. Despite being reduced to ten men after a red card, Sreenidi responded with a crucial counter-attacking goal to seal the result. Dempo SC remains at the bottom of the standings with just two points.

Key Points: Sreenidi Deccan FC Tops IFL After 3-1 Win Over Dempo SC

  • Early goal from R Lalbiakliana
  • Hadi Idrissou doubles lead with header
  • Richmond Kwasi Owusu pulls one back for Dempo
  • Fabrice Kah Nkwoh seals win after red card
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Sreenidi Deccan beat Dempo SC 3-1, go top of IFL table

Sreenidi Deccan FC defeats Dempo SC 3-1 in the IFL, moving to the top of the table. Read match highlights and key moments.

"Sreenidi responded immediately to the counter-attack. - Match Report"

Hyderabad, March 25

Sreenidi Deccan FC produced a clinical display to defeat Dempo SC 3-1 in the Indian Football League 2025-26 at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad on Wednesday, moving to the top of the table with 10 points from five matches, while Dempo SC remain at the bottom with two points.

Carlos Vaz Pinto's side took early control of the contest. A throw-in from the left by Jagdeep Singh caused a deflection in the box, and right winger R Lalbiakliana reacted quickest to fire in a left-footed effort from a tight angle to give Sreenidi the advantage, according to a release.

Sreenidi continued to press forward and created a series of chances, with Ashish Sibi producing key saves to deny David Castaneda, including a sharp stop from close range in the 20th minute and a diving effort to keep out his header moments later. From the resulting corner, Castaneda's header struck the post.

The pressure eventually told in the 29th minute when Deccan Warriors centre-back Hadi Idrissou doubled the lead. Winger Lalromawia delivered a precise cross from the right, and Idrissou rose to head home and make it 2-0.

Dempo's head coach, Samir Naik, introduced Marcus Joseph midway through the first half in search of a response, and the forward added more attacking intent. However, Sreenidi's midfield, led by Ajay Chhetri and Pape Gassama, controlled proceedings to limit the visitors' chances. Joseph did test Kamaljit Singh with a curling effort in the 42nd minute, but the goalkeeper was equal to it.

The Golden Eagles showed more intent after the restart and were rewarded at the hour mark. Midfielder Knerkitalang Buam dinked a cross towards the far post, where forward Richmond Kwasi Owusu rose to head home and reduce the deficit to 2-1.

The game took another turn in the 68th minute when Sreenidi's Lalromawia was shown a red card for violent conduct, reducing the hosts to ten men. However, Sreenidi responded immediately to the counter-attack. Ajay Chhetri won possession in midfield and released forward Fabrice Kah Nkwoh, who calmly slotted the ball to the left of the keeper to restore the two-goal cushion.

Dempo continued to push forward, with Amay Morajkar testing Kamaljit Singh from long range in the 81st minute, but the Sreenidi goalkeeper tipped the effort over the bar. Despite enjoying more possession against ten men, Dempo were unable to break down a resolute Sreenidi defence in the closing stages to secure a 3-1 victory.

- ANI

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Priya S
As a Hyderabad football fan, this is fantastic news! The Deccan Arena was rocking. Lalbiakliana's early goal set the tone. But Dempo SC really need to sort out their defence, they are leaking goals every match. Tough season for them.
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Rohit P
Respectfully, the match report is good but the IFL coverage needs more TV time and better broadcasting. How will we grow the sport if fans can't watch these exciting games easily? The quality on the pitch is improving, but the administration needs to catch up.
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David E
Following from the UK. Great to see Indian football getting competitive. That red card for Lalromawia was a moment of madness, but Sreenidi's response to score immediately after was top class. Shows good coaching from Carlos Vaz Pinto.
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Shreya B
Feeling for Dempo SC fans. They showed some fight in the second half with that Owusu goal, but the table doesn't lie. Two points from five matches is a crisis. Samir Naik has a huge job on his hands. Hope they turn it around soon!
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Karthik V
The foreign players are making a big difference. Idrissou and Nkwoh with crucial goals. But let's not forget our Indian boys - Jagdeep Singh with the assist, Kamaljit Singh with key saves. A good blend is working for Sreenidi. Onwards and upwards! 💪

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