I-League: Shillong Lajong FC wins 8-0 over Rajasthan United

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaDecember 8, 2024

In a thrilling display of attacking football, Shillong Lajong FC triumphed over Rajasthan United FC with a resounding 8-0 victory in an I-League match at the SSA Stadium, Shillong, on December 8.

The hosts displayed exceptional skill, dominating the match from start to finish and securing a dominant win in front of their home crowd.

The match saw a clinical performance by Shillong Lajong, with the Brazilian Forward Douglas Rosa Tardin leading the charge by scoring a brace in the 17th and 51st minute while Figo Syndai (3rd minute) , Daniel Goncalves (45+3 minute) Damaitphang Lyngdoh (49th minute), Marcos Rudwere Genar E Silva (61st minute), Imanol Arana Sadaba (66th minute) & Hardy Cliff Nongbri (87th minute) added to the scoresheet, contributing to the overwhelming scoreline. The team’s fluid passing, precise finishing, and high press overwhelmed Rajasthan United, who were unable to keep up with the pace of the game.

The victory propels Shillong Lajong FC up the table in 6th position, reinforcing their aspirations in the ongoing I-League season.

Shillong Lajong next home match will be against Gokulam Kerala on Saturday, December 14 at 4:30 pm in SSA Stadium.