Shillong, November 4: Shillong Lajong FC will take on Chanmari FC of Mizoram in their first home match of the Indian Football League (IFL) 2026–27 season on November 6 at the Shillong Sports Association (SSA) Stadium, Polo, with kick-off scheduled for 6:30 pm.
According to a press release issued by Shillong Lajong FC, tickets for the highly anticipated Northeast derby will be available for purchase on November 5 and 6, with prices starting from Rs 100. The club announced six seating categories for supporters, including VVIP tickets priced at Rs 500, VIP tickets at Rs 300, North East Stand at Rs 300, East Stand at Rs 150, West Stand at Rs 100 and North West Stand at Rs 100. Tickets will be available at Electronic Centre in Police Bazaar, Cafe Shillong in Laitumkhrah and the SSA Stadium Ticket Counter at Polo Ground.
Shillong Lajong, who finished second in the previous season, will be looking to build on their impressive performance and continue their winning momentum in front of their home supporters. The Reds began their IFL 2026–27 campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club in an away fixture at Kalyani Stadium on October 31. Substitute Nelson Rymbai emerged as the match-winner after scoring a dramatic goal in the 90th minute, securing all three points for Shillong Lajong.
Following their successful opening match, Lajong will now shift their focus to home soil as they prepare to face Chanmari FC in what promises to be an exciting Northeast derby. Both teams will be aiming to make a strong statement in the competition as the new season gathers momentum.
The 2026–27 Indian Football League features 11 clubs from different regions of the country, bringing together established contenders, historic football institutions and emerging teams. The participating clubs include Shillong Lajong FC, Mohammedan Sporting Club, Dempo SC, Gokulam Kerala FC, Real Kashmir FC, Rajasthan United FC, Sreenidi Deccan FC, FC Bengaluru United, Chanmari FC, Nagaland United SC and Samaleswari SC.
With Shillong Lajong returning to their home ground after a winning start to the season, the club will be hoping for strong support from local football enthusiasts when they face Chanmari FC on Friday evening. The club has encouraged supporters to purchase their tickets from the designated outlets and turn out in large numbers to support the team in its first home encounter of the IFL 2026–27 season.
