Namdhari SC and Shillong Lajong Aim for Comeback in Key IFL Clash A high-stakes encounter in the Star Cement Indian Football League (IFL) 2025–26 is set to take place on Friday, April 10, as Namdhari SC and Shillong Lajong FC seek to recover from recent setbacks. The match, scheduled for 16:00 IST at the Namdhari Football Stadium, will be broadcast live on DD Sports and the Sony Sports Network, with streaming options available on Waves and Sony LIV. Both teams, currently in the midst of a challenging phase, are eager to turn their fortunes around in a fixture that carries significant implications for their league standings. Namdhari SC, currently eighth in the table with seven points, will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage after a 4-5 defeat to league leaders Diamond Harbour FC on April 6. Despite showcasing attacking flair, defensive errors proved costly, leaving the team in need of a strong response. Head coach Harpreet Singh acknowledged the need for improvement, emphasizing the importance of defensive discipline. “Shillong are a strong team, but we believe in ourselves,” Singh said, highlighting the team’s confidence ahead of the match. Key defender Lamine Moro, who has been instrumental in maintaining stability at the back, will be central to Namdhari’s strategy as they aim to balance attacking ambition with defensive organization. Shillong Lajong, meanwhile, arrive in Ludhiana following a 0-3 loss to Dempo SC on April 7. The team, which sits fourth with 11 points, struggled to convert possession into goals and was punished for early defensive lapses. Head coach Birendra Thapa admitted the performance was “a very poor one in all departments” but stressed the importance of a positive reaction.#dd_sports #shillong_lajong_fc #namdhari_sc #star_cement_indian_football_league #namdhari_football_stadium
