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PDFL 3.0: Nchangram Lun, Football Plus share points

DIMAPUR, Mar 11 (NPN):

The ongoing Peren District Football League (PDFL) 3.0 witnessed two evenly contested matches on Wednesday, with both fixtures ending in draws.
In the first match, Nchangram Lun FC and Football Plus Academy played out a thrilling 2–2 draw.
The game began on equal footing until Nchangram Lun FC broke the deadlock through Silubui in the 38th minute. The side doubled their lead in the second half when Wimesalu’s fine assist was converted by Khangkinwi in the 68th minute.
Football Plus Academy, however, responded immediately as Athanah struck from outside the box in the 69th minute. With the match slipping away, Athanah once again rose to the occasion, netting his second goal in the 82nd minute to level the score. Both teams eventually shared points. Kedinlung of Nchangram Lun FC was cautioned with a yellow card for unsporting conduct.
The second match between Kingdom Stewards and Lekie Mtei FC ended in a goalless draw. Both sides played cautiously, with phases of dull play marked by missed passes and squandered chances.
The match concluded without goals, though Irabeubo of Kingdom Stewards and Jangminlen of Lekie Mtei were booked for unsporting behaviour.

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