Mizoram registered a spirited 4–2 victory over Madhya Pradesh in Match No. 12 of the Dr. Talimeren Ao Junior Girls’ National Football Championship 2025–26 (Tier 2), played at Chümoukedima Football Stadium on Thursday. Despite the win, neither side managed to qualify for the knockout stage, underscoring the competitiveness of this year’s tournament.
The contest unfolded with sharp transitions and high intensity, keeping spectators engaged throughout. Mizoram struck first in the 30th minute when Loisy (18) produced a composed finish to hand her team a 1–0 lead at halftime.
Madhya Pradesh responded immediately after the restart, with Khushi Parte (16) capitalizing on a defensive lapse to equalize in the 46th minute. However, Mizoram regained the advantage just three minutes later through Mawipuii (11), whose powerful strike made it 2–1.
The battle remained evenly poised as Komal Saket (9) converted in the 59th minute to level the score at 2–2. Mizoram, however, showed greater determination in the final stages. Mawipuii netted her second goal in the 74th minute to restore the lead, before Nunpuii (7) sealed the result with a decisive strike in the 81st minute.
The 4–2 triumph reflected Mizoram’s attacking strength and resilience, while Madhya Pradesh showcased commendable fighting spirit despite the defeat. Both teams, though unable to progress further, earned applause for delivering one of the most engaging fixtures of the group stage.
Maharashtra crush Himachal Pradesh 14–0
Maharashtra delivered a commanding performance in Match No. 11 of the Dr. Talimeren Ao Junior Girls’ National Football Championship (2025–26, Tier 2), overpowering Himachal Pradesh with a resounding 14–0 victory on Thursday at Chümoukedima Football Stadium. The one-sided contest highlighted Maharashtra’s attacking dominance and tactical discipline, firmly establishing them as strong contenders for the championship title.
From the very first whistle, Maharashtra began with relentless pressure. Aarna (11) opened the scoring in the 1st minute, quickly followed by Ipshita (9) in the 2nd, giving Maharashtra a dream start. The goals continued to flow at regular intervals, reflecting the team’s seamless coordination and high-intensity play.
Captain Aysha (7) emerged as the standout performer, netting five goals in the 28th, 74th, 85th, 86th, and 90+1st minutes. Aarna added four goals to her tally (1’, 14’, 54’, 90+4’), showcasing pace and precision in front of goal. Contributions from Aria (64’), Aanshi (71’), Poonam (78’), and Sharvari (80’) completed the emphatic scoreline. Maharashtra dominated possession with 76% ball control, registered 30 shots on target, and earned 15 corners, while maintaining discipline with just one foul and no cards. In contrast, Himachal Pradesh struggled to cope with the high press, managing only one shot on target and three fouls throughout the match. The emphatic win not only underscores Maharashtra’s attacking prowess but also reinforces their reputation as one of the most formidable teams in this edition of the championship.