The Nagaland Super League Match Day 13 played between Longterok Football Club and Nagaland United Sports Club was held at Chümoukedima Football Stadium.
The match updates provided by the NSL Media are as follows:
Brief overview of the match
A match like no other! A night of chaos, controversy, and drama saw Longterok FC and Nagaland United SC battle fiercely before lightning struck—quite literally—forcing the match to be abandoned. The intensity carried into the next morning when play resumed, but the tension remained. NUSC dominated possession but had to claw back after Longterok FC’s early lead. Defensive heroics, heated confrontations, and a red card for Longterok’s coaching staff made this one of the most talked-about matches in the Nagaland Super League.
Player of the Match: Hemping L (Jersey No. 3) from Nagaland United Sports Club. Hemping L was a rock in defense, leading NUSC’s resilience as they fought back into the game.
Team Performance
- Longterok Football Club : Longterok FC started the game with confidence, taking an early lead. However, their aggressive play and disciplinary issues, including a red card for their assistant coach, led to unnecessary setbacks. Despite their solid defensive structure, they couldn’t hold onto the lead.
- Nagaland United Sports Club: NUSC were relentless in attack, hitting the post multiple times and forcing Longterok’s defense into desperate clearances. Their equalizer came after a dominant first-half display .Longterok came guns blazing in the second half but NUSC held on to secure a point.
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Next Fixtures
- Longterok Football Club:[ Barak Football Club, 15th of March 5:00PM at Chümoukedima Football Stadium]
- Nagaland United Sports Club:[ Red Scars Football Club 15th of March 2:00PM at Chümoukedima Football Stadium]
Closing Note
This match was more than just football; it was a battle against the elements and tempers alike. The sudden lightning strike and storm forced an unprecedented suspension, but when the game resumed, both teams carried their frustration into the field. With red cards, yellow cards, furious coaches, and relentless attacks, this was a match for the ages. The NSL has witnessed some incredible matches, but this one will go down as one of the most dramatic. NUSC will feel unlucky not to have taken all three points, while Longterok FC will see this as a game where they had to fight against both their opponents and their own discipline issues. One thing is certain—this match will be remembered for years to come.
