Shillong Lajong vs Rangdajied United Highlights, Durand Cup 2024: SLFC 2-0 RUFC at Full-time!

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Full-time statistics: Shillong Lajong end the match with lesser - 42% possession but 26 shots in total in that time and 11 of them on target. On the other hand, Rangdajied United had 58% but with 9 shots in total and only 2 of them on target.
90+4' The referee signals the end of the match with the scoreline reading 2-0 in favor of Shillong Lajong.
90+2' Kynsall tried a shot of his own from the distance which did not go where he wanted it to go.
90' RUFC with another free-kick from the midfield, taken short to build up an attack but it did not work.
The referee signals 4 minutes of added time.
SLFC 2-0 RUFC
88' RUFC are getting dispossessed easily by SLFC and this time it happened it the midfield and they were gifted a free-kick for it. It was taken long and was collected by the gk easily. SLFC went on a counter-attack soon and tried a shot of their own that ended up at the side of the net.
86' The free-kick reached the danger zone but the gk came ahead to punch it clear in the meantime.
84' The referee shows a yellow to Apbor for a foul on Sangti and SLFC receive a free-kick about 40m away from goal.
82' The game resumes after Figo sustained a knock to his chest and was taken care of.
80' Buam runs another time, trying to get another chance for the goal and this has been his nth time and he has been relentless.
SLFC 2-0 RUFC
78' SLFC get another dangerous shot but it missed the goal by inches.
76' Most of the ball being played in the midfield now and the pace of the game has slowed down a little.
74' SLFC get a brilliant run inside the box but RUFC defenders brilliantly clear it away.
72' RUFC try a shot from distance and it was dipping but missed the goal by inches.
70' RUFC are enjoying a little time on the ball but aren't able to produce any dangerous moments.
SLFC 2-0 RUFC
68' The ball is mostly being played inside the RUFC half but with RUFC themselves holding the possession of the ball. They can't seem to find a move ahead penetrating the SLFC pressure in their own half.
66' SLFC with another corner, is cleared away soon enough by RUFC but SLFC are keeping the boys in blue in constant pressure and RUFC have not had proper attacking chance in some time now.
62' RUFC got another shot after quite some time but it's cleared away and SLFC went on a quick counter-attack and that has been the story in this match.
60' Corner for SLFC, reaches their teammates, get a kick in to direct ball inside the net, RUFC clear it away.
SLFC 2-0 RUFC
58' With the ball in possession of RUFC, the pace of the game slowed down a little but SLFC were quick to take control and go for an unexpected shot which was not very far away from the goal.
56' The corner is cleared away but the ball remains in play near the RUFC box and SLFC still threatening inside the box and gk has to come out to save it.
54' RUFC are not giving up with still a long way for the match to go but SLFC defenders are doing well. SLFC go on counter-attack and earn a corner.
52' SLFC with pressure inside RUFC boxes, go for another shot from a tight angle but the ball goes away too far.
50' RUFC on the attack, fall down inside the box and appeal for another penalty but referee was close enough to see it and rule it 'no'.
48' SLFC earn a free-kick about 27m away from the goal, goes for the goal directly but cleared away and they earn a corner which then goes inside the net.
45' The second half begins.
Half-time statistics: SLFC had less possession of 41% but managed more damage with 10 shots in total and 5 of them on target. Whereas, with 59% possession, RUFC managed 4 shots in total and only 1 of them was on target.
45+2' RUFC get a last chance in this half through a corner but the coming shot is cleared away soon. SLFC run to another counter-attack but is dispossessed soon and with that the referee signals the end of the first half.
45' With another golden chance going for a corner, SLFC get a head again but it's nowhere near the goal.
Referee signals 2 minutes of additional time.
43' SLFC with another run into the box and another chance of scoring but goes for a corner, taken shot reaches near post and is cleared away.
Shillong Lajong's Head Coach Jose Hevia opted for a 4-3-3 formation, with Brazilian forward Marcos Rudwere Silva leading the attack. Although the Nepal side started strong, Shillong Lajong took the lead in the sixth minute and continued to create chances.
However, they struggled to finish in front of goal, with Hardy Cliff Nongbri, Everbrighton Sana, and Marcos Rudwere Silva missing key opportunities. In the second half, Shillong maintained their attacking play but failed to score a second goal due to poor finishing.
Rangdajied United FC's Head Coach Aibanjop Shadap also employed a 4-3-3 formation. Despite heavy rain making the pitch challenging, both teams started aggressively. RUFC took the lead in the 19th minute when Pajuh capitalized on a defensive error to score a stunning long-range goal.
Both teams battled hard, with RUFC effectively exploiting gaps through precise passing. Although FCG created several dangerous opportunities, RUFC's Aenam consistently challenged the Gaurs, who defended well.