Yongsen of Yon Sporting Club receiving the certificate for Man of the Match in a hard-fought 1–1 draw against Friends Club. (Morung Photo)
Morung Express News
Wokha | January 29
The second day of the 15th Lotha Football Championship 2026 witnessed an engaging series of group-stage encounters as teams continued their battle for qualification to the knockout rounds. A total of ten teams are competing in the tournament, divided into two groups.
In the opening match of the day, Flamingo FC and Old Changsu FC played out an entertaining 2–2 draw. Old Changsu FC took the early lead in the 12th minute before Lavanthung extended the advantage in the 54th minute. Flamingo FC responded through Nitova, who found the equaliser in the 28th minute, while Renthungo struck in the 45th minute to restore parity.
The second fixture saw Tsumang FC register a convincing 3–0 victory over Star Madrid FC. Mhademo opened the scoring in the 10th minute, followed by Ephyothung, who doubled the lead in the 31st minute. Sulanthung sealed the win with a goal in the 58th minute.
In the final match of the day, Yon Sporting Club and Friends Club settled for a 1–1 draw. Friends Club went ahead through an own goal in the 7th minute, while Yongsen Ao equalised for Yon Sporting Club in the 41st minute to ensure both teams shared the points.
Fixtures for January 30:
• Airfield Colony FC vs Nitsu Yan FC
• Emirates FC vs Flamingo FC
• Nyiro Range FC vs Tsumang FC
• Old Changsu FC vs Friends Club
