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Diamond Harbour FC Secures Top Spot with Dominant Win Over Gokulam Kerala FC

In a thrilling encounter at Kalyani Stadium, Diamond Harbour FC triumphed over Gokulam Kerala FC with a score of 5-2, reinforcing their lead in the Indian Football League 2025-26. The match featured standout performances, particularly from Hugo Diaz, who scored twice. Gokulam Kerala's defeat confirmed their relegation status, leaving them struggling at the bottom of the table. This article delves into the match highlights, key player performances, and the implications for both teams as they navigate the league.
By Narendra Chaudhary | Apr 18, 2026, 19:07 IST
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Match Overview

In a decisive match at Kalyani Stadium on Saturday, Diamond Harbour FC solidified their position at the top of the Indian Football League 2025-26 standings by defeating Gokulam Kerala FC 5-2. This loss confirmed Gokulam Kerala's entry into the relegation phase.


First Half Highlights

The match began with Gokulam Kerala taking an early lead in the 17th minute, thanks to Bouba Aminou's header from a corner kick. However, Diamond Harbour quickly responded, with Luka Majcen equalizing just before halftime after a well-executed play involving Paul Ramfangzauva and Jobby Justin.


Second Half Dominance

The second half saw Diamond Harbour take control, with Hugo Diaz scoring two goals within three minutes. Gokulam Kerala's Rahul Raju managed to pull one back, but Diamond Harbour's Jobby Justin and R. Ramdinthara sealed the match with additional goals, ensuring a comfortable victory.


Final Standings

With this win, Diamond Harbour finished Round One at the top of the table with 22 points from nine matches, while Gokulam Kerala remained in the bottom four with only eight points.


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