Srinagar, Oct 30 (KNO): Real Kashmir FC began their Indian Football League (IFL) 2026-27 campaign with a 1-3 defeat against Nagaland United SC at TRC Ground in Srinagar on Friday.
In a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), a spokesperson said the match, which kicked off at 6:30 pm, was played under floodlights and witnessed a massive turnout, with thousands of football enthusiasts turning up despite the cold weather.
The spokesperson said Minister for Youth Services and Sports Mir Saifullah, Secretary J&K Sports Council Tazayun Mukhtar and RKFC owner Arshad Nizam Shawl were among those present on the occasion.
Nagaland United SC took an early lead in the opening minutes before doubling their advantage ahead of half-time to go into the break with a 2-0 lead.
RKFC came back strongly in the second half and reduced the deficit by scoring their first goal. However, the visitors responded quickly with another goal to restore their two-goal cushion and make it 3-1.
He said despite efforts by the home side to stage a comeback, Nagaland United SC maintained their lead until the final whistle to register a winning start to their IFL campaign. RKFC will play their second match of the season on November 7 at their home ground in Srinagar—(KNO