Noklak produced the most emphatic performance of Day 6 of the 25th Dr T Ao Trophy – Inter-District Football Championship 2026, defeating Kiphire 6–1, while Mon registered a convincing 4–0 win over Zunheboto. Phek overcame a second-half fightback from Niuland to win 4–2, and Peren came from behind to beat Chümoukedima 2–1 in the day’s fourth encounter.

The four matches delivered 17 goals, with Noklak’s Longkhoi emerging as the standout performer after scoring a hat-trick, while Mon impressed with an attacking display that secured a clean sheet.

Noklak overwhelm Kiphire 6–1

Noklak began their campaign in Match No. 17 with an aggressive approach, eventually securing a comprehensive 6–1 victory over Kiphire. Longkhoi’s hat-trick spearheaded the win as Noklak maintained pressure throughout the contest and capitalised on their scoring opportunities.

Noklak took the lead in the 13th minute when Nengpao found the net. The early breakthrough gave Noklak momentum, and they extended their advantage in the 20th minute through Longkhoi, who scored his first goal of the match.

Kiphire faced a difficult task after falling two goals behind but managed to get on the scoresheet in the 38th minute when Payio scored an own goal, reducing the margin to 2–1 before the interval.

Noklak, however, came out strongly in the second half and quickly restored their attacking rhythm. Longkhoi scored again in the 42nd minute to extend the lead before Muthiu added another in the 60th minute. Thangsoi followed with a goal in the 62nd minute, further widening the gap and putting the outcome beyond Kiphire’s reach.

Longkhoi then completed his hat-trick in the 64th minute, capping an outstanding individual performance and sealing Noklak’s 6–1 victory.

Kiphire’s afternoon was also affected by casualties involving Idalungbe in the 32nd minute and Manwang during first-half stoppage time at 35+2 minutes.

Mon score early to defeat Zunheboto 4–0

Mon delivered a dominant performance in Match No. 18, defeating Zunheboto 4–0 after making a blistering start that put their opponents under immediate pressure.

Nokwang opened the scoring in the first minute, giving Mon an early advantage. Before Zunheboto could settle into the contest, Eshong struck in the second minute to double the lead. The two quick goals put Mon firmly in control and left Zunheboto with a difficult task for the remainder of the match.

Mon continued to maintain their advantage and added a third goal at 35+2 minutes through Nokwang, who completed his brace just before the half-time interval. The goal strengthened Mon’s position and gave them a comfortable three-goal cushion.

Zunheboto attempted to contain Mon’s attacking pressure, but the latter continued to create scoring opportunities. David found the net in the 60th minute to make it 4–0, completing a convincing victory for Mon.

Zunheboto’s Hiuke received a yellow card in the 17th minute as Mon maintained control of the contest. With four goals scored and none conceded, Mon combined an effective attack with a solid defensive performance to secure one of the day’s most decisive wins.

Nagaland Tribune app on Google Play

Phek hold off Niuland fightback to win 4–2

Phek secured an entertaining 4–2 victory over Niuland in Match No. 19, overcoming a second-half comeback attempt before finding the decisive goals in the closing stages.

Phek made a positive start, with Shovelo opening the scoring in the 14th minute. The early goal gave Phek an advantage, and Eneibe extended it in the 28th minute to put his side 2–0 ahead.

Niuland, however, responded strongly after the break. Hekato reduced the deficit in the 55th minute, bringing Niuland back into contention. The momentum shifted further when Toka equalised just a minute later, levelling the score at 2–2 and setting up a tense finish.

With the match back on level terms, Phek needed a response to regain control. Shovelo delivered in the 67th minute, scoring his second goal of the match to restore Phek’s lead. The goal proved crucial in halting Niuland’s comeback.

Phek continued to push forward and secured the result when Sieketou scored at 70+3 minutes, extending the lead to 4–2 and ensuring victory.

Phek’s Weliso and Kunuzo received yellow cards in the seventh and 44th minutes, respectively. Despite surrendering their two-goal advantage, Phek recovered at the decisive stage to finish the match strongly and claim the win.

Peren stage comeback to edge Chümoukedima 2–1

Peren completed the day’s comeback victories by defeating Chümoukedima 2–1 in Match No. 20 after recovering from an early setback.

Chümoukedima took the lead in the 15th minute through Lunmingou, putting Peren under pressure and giving their side an early advantage. Peren responded with determination and restored parity six minutes later when Khiuwangbo scored in the 21st minute to make it 1–1.

The equaliser brought Peren back into the contest, with both teams continuing to compete for the decisive goal. Neither side managed to break the deadlock before the second half, leaving the match finely balanced.

Peren eventually found the breakthrough in the 61st minute when Lungpetsing scored to put his team ahead for the first time. The goal gave Peren a crucial advantage in the closing stages.

Peren then held firm defensively to protect the lead until the final whistle, completing a 2–1 comeback victory. Khiuwangbo received a yellow card in the 52nd minute.

The result highlighted Peren’s ability to recover after conceding first and convert their second-half opportunity into a match-winning goal.