The second day of the 15th edition of the Lotha Football Championship continued with exciting group-stage action. This year’s tournament features ten teams divided into two groups, battling for a place in the knockout rounds.
In the opening fixture, Flamingo FC and Old Changsu FC played out a 2–2 draw. Old Changsu struck first in the 12th minute and extended their lead in the 54th through Lavanthung. Flamingo responded with Nitova’s equalizer in the 28th minute, while Renthungo added another in the 45th to level the contest.
The second match saw Tsumang FC overpower Star Madrid FC with a 3–0 victory. Mhademo opened the scoring in the 10th minute, Ephyothung doubled the lead in the 31st, and Sulanthung sealed the win in the 58th minute.
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The final clash of the day between Yon Sporting Club and Friends Club ended in a 1–1 stalemate. An early own goal in the 7th minute gave Friends Club the advantage, but Yongsen Ao equalized in the 41st minute to ensure both sides shared the spoils.
Fixtures for January 30
- Airfield Colony FC vs Nitsu Yan FC
- Emirates FC vs Flamingo FC
- Nyiro Range FC vs Tsumang FC
- Old Changsu FC vs Friends Club
