DIMAPUR, NOV 1 (NPN): The league stage of the second edition of the ATL Cup (Above 35) concluded on October 31, with Nizams Legends, Nizam Football Club and Super Strikers registering victories in their respective matches, while Natak Football Club secured a walkover win to complete the semi-final line-up.
At Toluvi Ground, Nizams Legends defeated Old Boys Football Club 4–2 in a competitive encounter. Despite fielding only eight players, Old Boys Football Club put up a spirited fight, with Temsu scoring twice in the 23rd and 41st minutes. Nizams Legends, however, secured the win through goals from Vinato (4’), Athrong (9’) and Peter (34’, 35’), who scored a brace. Peter was named Kingsports Man of the Match for his performance.
In another match at Toluvi Ground, Nizam Football Club defeated Strikers Club 4–2 in a six-goal encounter. C. Temsu opened the scoring in the third minute, while Ketho converted a penalty in the 10th minute before adding two more goals in the 33rd and 38th minutes to complete his hat-trick. Strikers Club responded through Lolen (14’) and Kheki (41’), but could not overturn the deficit. Ketho was adjudged Kingsports Man of the Match.
At Patkai Ground, Super Strikers edged past Nova Old Stars 2–1. Ketholezo (6’) and Bembe (33’) scored for Super Strikers, while Mimin pulled one back for Nova Old Stars in the 52nd minute. Ketholezo was named Kingsports Man of the Match.
The scheduled match between Natak Football Club and Trinity Sporting at Patkai Ground did not take place after the latter failed to turn up, resulting in a 2–0 walkover victory for Natak Football Club.
With the league stage concluded, the semi-final matches will be played at Chümoukedima Ground. Strikers Club will face Trinity Sporting in the first semi-final at 1 p.m., while Super Strikers will take on Nizam Football Club in the second semi-final at 3 p.m.
Monday, November 2, 2026