#Football
Punjab FC Ready for ISL Opener Against Odisha
Punjab FC faces Odisha FC at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium this Wednesday, aiming to build on a sixth-place finish from last season's Indian Super League.
NEWire Desk • 14 Oct 2026
Assam Prepares for Massive 71st Lokapriya Bordoloi Trophy
The 71st Lokapriya Bordoloi Trophy kicks off October 27, featuring 280 clubs and 605 matches across Assam to crown a state football champion.
Walrik Marak • 14 Oct 2026
Mawkyrwat Sports Association Backs Jakrem SC for Indian Women’s League
The MDSA provided financial aid to Jakrem SC as the club prepares to represent Meghalaya in the upcoming Indian Women’s League tournament in Shillong.
NEWire Desk • 14 Oct 2026
Mokokchung Diverts Heavy Traffic for Football Tournament
Heavy vehicles must take the Mokokchung-Chare bypass until October 29 to clear roads for the 25th Dr T Ao Inter District Football Trophy event.
Kiyeto Swu • 12 Oct 2026
Arunachal Pradesh to Build Massive Football Stadium and Boost Yak Economy
CM Pema Khandu announced a 30,000-seat stadium near Holongi and a new plan to expand the state's yak-based economy for high-altitude communities.
Rinchen K • 11 Oct 2026
Football Match Erupts Into Violence in Assam Village
A referee dispute during a football match in Cachar, Assam, triggered a violent clash between teams and fans, leaving several people injured.
Bibar Daimary • 4 Oct 2026
Noida Man Arrested for Molesting Two Women at Kolkata Hotel
Police arrested 56-year-old Palash Roy after two women reported being molested at a Kolkata five-star hotel during a Brazilian football team event.
Kiyeto Swu • 4 Oct 2026
Sikkim Grants Early Release for Governor's Gold Cup Football Fans
Sikkim government employees can leave work at 1:30 pm to attend the 42nd Governor's Gold Cup football matches held from October 5 to 16 at Paljor Stadium.
Riya Lepcha • 2 Oct 2026
Shillong Lajong Ousts Langsning to Claim Premier League Lead
Shillong Lajong defeated Langsning 2-0 to take the top spot in the Shillong Premier League standings. They now hold 17 points after eight matches played.
NEWire Desk • 1 Oct 2026
Nongkseh Rises to Third After Shutout Win Against Sawmer
Nongkseh jumped to third in the Shillong Premier League by blanking Sawmer 3-0. Kitboklang Pale, Mebankhraw Wahlang and Hardy Cliff Nongbri scored.
Walrik Marak • 29 Sep 2026
Langsning Reclaims Top Spot in Shillong Premier League
Langsning beat Mylliem 2-0 to climb atop the Shillong Premier League standings. Wallambok Dkhar and Samuel L Kynshi secured the late victory.
NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026
Shillong Lajong Climb to Top of Premier League Table
Shillong Lajong claimed the top spot in the Shillong Premier League after a decisive 3-0 victory over Laitkor at the SSA Stadium on September 24.
NEWire Desk • 25 Sep 2026
Nagaland Honors Football Legend Dr. T. Ao with New Documentary
Nagaland released a documentary on football icon Dr. T. Ao. The state plans a yearly lecture series and special magazine features to honor his legacy.
Kiyeto Swu • 25 Sep 2026
Bongaigaon football final erupts in fan riot
Fans tore down fencing at an Assam football tournament after a disputed referee call triggered an angry confrontation between local spectators.
Timungpi Terang • 24 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Official Shidalin L Marshillong Promoted to National Referee
Meghalaya referee Shidalin L Marshillong earned a Category 5 national assistant referee status from the AIFF after passing her practical exams.
NEWire Desk • 23 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Clinches Semi-Final Spot After Comeback Win Against Punjab
Meghalaya secured a semi-final berth in the Junior Girls National Football Championship after rallying to beat Punjab 2-1 in Chhattisgarh.
NEWire Desk • 21 Sep 2026
Mokokchung Scrambles to Ready Stadium for Dr T Ao Football Tournament
Mokokchung faces a tight three-week deadline to finish stadium work for the 25th Dr T Ao Inter-District Football Tournament starting October 13.
Kiyeto Swu • 19 Sep 2026
Rangdajied United Climbs Table After Beating Nangkiew Irat
Rangdajied United defeated Nangkiew Irat 2-1 at SSA Stadium to move into sixth place, securing their second consecutive win in the Shillong Premier League.
NEWire Desk • 18 Sep 2026
Nagaland Readies for 26th NSF Martyrs’ Memorial Football Trophy
The 26th NSF Martyrs’ Memorial Trophy kicks off in Kohima on November 13, featuring a total prize purse of Rs 8.80 lakh and cultural events.
Naro Jamir • 16 Sep 2026
Wild Elephant Shows Off Soccer Skills in Assam
A wild elephant wandered onto a playground in Numaligarh, Assam, and began kicking a football, with viral footage capturing the rare moment.
Bibar Daimary • 16 Sep 2026
