MOKOKCHUNG, OCT 13 (NPN): Hosts Mokokchung and Wokha played out an exciting 3-3 draw in the opening match of the 25th Dr. T. Ao Trophy, Inter-District Football Championship – Silver Jubilee edition 2026, at the Renpo Lu Sports Complex, Ungma, Mokokchung, on Tuesday.
The 70-minute encounter produced six goals as both sides displayed attacking intent and determination to begin the landmark edition of the tournament on a positive note.
Mokokchung captain Sentilong opened the scoring in the 13th minute with a direct free kick to give the hosts an early advantage. Wokha responded through Yibenthung Ezung in the 29th minute, but Mokokchung regained the lead when Lanutemsu found the net in the 33rd minute.
Wokha continued to fight back, with Victor Kithan converting a direct free kick in the 47th minute to level the contest. Mokokchung moved ahead once again through Yashimeren in the 60th minute, putting the hosts in a strong position. However, Wokha refused to surrender and Ezung struck his second goal in the 70+3rd minute to complete his brace and secure a 3-3 draw for his side. Despite late efforts from both teams, neither could find a winner as the points were shared.
Mokokchung enjoyed greater possession, controlling 60 per cent of the ball against Wokha’s 40 per cent. The hosts also recorded 11 shots on target and six corner kicks, compared to Wokha’s six shots on target and two corners. Mokokchung committed six fouls, while Wokha registered seven. Wokha were caught offside three times, whereas Mokokchung recorded none. Wokha’s Saronbemo Shitiri received a yellow card in the 40th minute.
The high-scoring draw provided an entertaining start to the Silver Jubilee edition of the Dr. T. Ao Trophy, celebrating the legacy of Dr. Talimeren Ao and 25 years of inter-district football in Nagaland.
Wednesday’s Matches
Meluri vs Tuensang – 9:00 AM
Zunheboto vs Noklak – 12:00 PM
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