Shillong Lajong enjoyed the majority of possession throughout the game but struggled to convert it into clear chances, as Dempo maintained a disciplined defensive shape. The result marked Dempo SC\u2019s first win of the season, taking them to six points, while Birendra Thapa's side remained fourth with 11 points.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Samir Naik\u2019s side started on the front foot and tested the Shillong defence early. The breakthrough came in the sixth minute when Marcus Joseph collected a ball after it was put in the air by Lajong defender Rudra Ved on the edge of the box, controlling it well before firing a left-footed strike into the net to give Dempo the lead.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Golden Eagles doubled their advantage in the 24th minute following a cross from left back Saiesh Bagkar. A moment of hesitation from goalkeeper Siwel Rymbai allowed the ball to deflect off Kapil Hoble and into the net, making it 2-0.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Shillong attempted to respond before the break, with Phrangki Buam coming closest, but his header was tipped over the bar by Ashish Sibi as Dempo went into half-time with a comfortable lead.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Dempo continued their momentum after the restart and were awarded a penalty in the 53rd minute after Rymbai brought down Bagkar inside the box. Richmond Kwasi Owusu stepped up and calmly converted from the spot in the 55th minute to extend the lead to 3-0.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Shillong attempted to respond before the break, with Phrangki Buam coming closest, but his header was tipped over the bar by Ashish Sibi as Dempo went into half-time with a comfortable lead.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Dempo had opportunities to add to their tally in the closing stages, with substitute Cristian Damian Perez and Sebasti\u00e1n Guti\u00e9rrez both going close, but the scoreline remained unchanged.<\/p>\r\n\r\n