Real Kashmir FC and Sreenidi Deccan FC Share Points in Thrilling IFL Encounter

Match Overview

In an exciting clash during the Indian Football League (IFL) 2026–27, Real Kashmir FC and Sreenidi Deccan FC ended in a 1-1 draw at the TRC Stadium in Srinagar on Saturday. Lesotho forward Thabiso Nelson Brown, who earned the Man of the Match title for his performance, scored the opening goal for Real Kashmir in the 19th minute. Colombian striker David Castaneda Munoz equalized for Sreenidi Deccan in the 52nd minute, resulting in both teams earning a point.

Table Standings

Following this match, Sreenidi Deccan climbed to third place in the league standings, while Real Kashmir secured their first point of the season, placing them eighth, just above Samaleswari SC.

First Half Highlights

Real Kashmir, donning their traditional yellow jerseys, started the match energetically, creating several chances through midfielders Ningthoukhongjam Rohen Singh, Lalawmpuia Sailo (Omoma), and Mohit Mittal, along with Under-22 forward Khullakpam Zahir Khan. They earned a dangerous free-kick in the 10th minute, but Sreenidi's defense, featuring Pritam Kotal, Gurmukh Singh, Nishu Kumar, and Jagdeep Singh, managed to avert the threat.

Sreenidi Deccan responded with a counter-attack, where captain David Castaneda found himself one-on-one with Real Kashmir's goalkeeper Susnata Malik, who made a crucial save.

Real Kashmir's persistence paid off in the 19th minute when Omoma delivered a cross that was initially saved by Sreenidi's goalkeeper Kamaljit Singh. The rebound fell to Thabiso Nelson Brown, who scored with precision, marking the Snow Leopards' first goal of the season.

Second Half Action

The second half began with Sreenidi Deccan finding their rhythm. They equalized in the 52nd minute through a well-coordinated team effort, initiated by Portuguese playmaker Adriano Duarte Castanheira. He connected with defender Jagdeep Singh, who provided a perfect cross for David Castaneda to score with a powerful header.

After the equalizer, both teams adopted a more cautious approach, conserving energy for the final moments of the match. Real Kashmir regained their momentum and nearly took the lead again in the 80th minute from a corner kick, but Kamaljit Singh made a remarkable save to keep the score level.

Dramatic Finish

As the match approached its conclusion, Real Kashmir intensified their efforts during the five minutes of stoppage time. Brown created another opportunity but failed to convert. Both goalkeepers launched long balls in a tense finish, but despite Real Kashmir's late pressure, Sreenidi Deccan's defense held strong, ensuring the match ended in a draw.