NorthEast United FC Concludes ISL 2025-26 Season with Victory Over Mohammedan Sporting Club

NorthEast United FC Ends Season on a High Note

NorthEast United FC wrapped up their Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 season with a solid 2-0 victory against the relegated Mohammedan Sporting Club at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday. Goals from Jairo Samperio and Dinesh Singh Soraisham secured the win, allowing the Highlanders to finish ninth in the standings with a total of 16 points. In contrast, Mohammedan SC, who had already been confirmed for relegation earlier in the season, ended up at the bottom of the table with just three points, concluding their campaign winless.

Early Game Dynamics

The match started with an open approach, as both teams sought to attack and end their season positively. NorthEast's Jithin M S and Mohammedan's Rochharzela were particularly active on the flanks, attempting to create opportunities through early crosses.

First Half Highlights

Mohammedan had the first significant chance in the 13th minute when Thokchom Adison Singh made a run down the right, cutting inside to shoot low at the near post. However, his attempt was deflected, allowing NorthEast goalkeeper Dipesh Chauhan to make a comfortable save.

NorthEast took the lead in the 19th minute after sustained pressure in the Mohammedan penalty area. Jithin's inswinging corner found Jairo, who headed it into the far corner, leaving goalkeeper Nikhil Deka with no chance.

Adison remained a threat for Mohammedan, nearly equalizing in the 26th minute with a curling shot that missed the target.

As the first half progressed, NorthEast began to control the game, creating several chances through the flanks. Jairo almost scored again in the 39th minute, but his header hit the outside of the post.

Dinesh's Goal Extends the Lead

In first-half stoppage time, Andres Jose Rodriguez Gaitan nearly doubled the lead with a free-kick that clipped the crossbar. NorthEast capitalized on the resulting corner, with Gaitan assisting Dinesh, whose deflected shot from outside the box found the net. Dinesh celebrated his first ISL goal enthusiastically with head coach Juan Pedro Benali.

At halftime, NorthEast was firmly in control, despite Mohammedan having slightly more possession.

Second Half Action

After the break, NorthEast maintained their attacking momentum. They nearly scored a third goal in the 50th minute when Jithin set up Gaitan, who passed to Thoi Singh Huidrom, but the latter's shot hit the side-netting.

Robin Yadav also came close later in the half, but his effort went into the side-netting. NorthEast played confidently, while Mohammedan struggled to create clear chances.

In the 63rd minute, Jairo had a chance to score but chose to pass to an unmarked Gaitan, who missed from close range.

Despite the scoreline, Mohammedan showed determination, but NorthEast's defense remained solid throughout the match.

Jairo had one last opportunity in the 88th minute but his shot lacked power, allowing Deka to make an easy save.

Conclusion of the Match

NorthEast United FC comfortably managed the final moments of the game, securing a confident home victory to conclude their season. Meanwhile, Mohammedan's challenging ISL campaign ended, despite their spirited performance.