Indian Air Force Football Team takes initial lead over Namdhari FC in Group A game of Durand Cup, with Samuel Hands scoring early for IAFFT
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The match between Namdhari FC and Indian Air Force in Group A of the Durand Cup 2025 is underway in Kolkata. The game is scheduled to kick off at 4pm IST and will be available for live telecast on Sony TEN 2 and Sony TEN 2 HD TV channels in India, as well as on the Sony LIV app and website.
In the early exchanges, the Indian Air Force showed promise but failed to convert it into a goal. However, the first goal of the match came in the seventh minute, courtesy of Samuel Vanlalpeka, a 20-year-old footballer from Mizoram. Vanlalpeka scored a stunning goal from a sizzling shot with his right foot, converting what initially looked like a half chance.
As of now, the score stands at 0-1 in favor of the Indian Air Force. Despite this, Namdhari FC is not giving up, with their attacking strategy focused on the left side of the pitch, while Indian Air Force is attacking from the right in the first half.
It's important to note that both teams are currently at the bottom of Group A without points, while East Bengal FC dominates the group standings. East Bengal FC leads Group A with a 5-0 win over South United, while South United has completed their campaign in Group A with one draw and two losses.
Namdhari FC, however, has a chance to improve their position in the group with a win today. Indian Air Force needs a victory to keep their advancement hopes bright in the Durand Cup.
The match between Namdhari FC and Indian Air Force is part of the ongoing Durand Cup tournament, a prestigious football competition in India. Stay tuned for more updates as the game progresses!
[1] Durand Cup 2025 Group A Standings: https://www.durandcup.com/standings/group-a/ [2] Durand Cup 2025 Fixtures: https://www.durandcup.com/fixtures/ [3] Durand Cup 2025 Results: https://www.durandcup.com/results/ [4] East Bengal FC Dominates Durand Cup 2025 Group A: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/football/east-bengal-fc-dominates-durand-cup-2025-group-a/article39108853.ece
Participating in sports like football has numerous health benefits, such as improved cardiovascular health and muscular fitness. Striving for victory in sports like this Durand Cup match between Namdhari FC and Indian Air Force can also enhance teamwork and mental resilience.
