NSL playoffs to begin on March 24 at Chümoukedima Football Stadium

The inaugural season of the Nagaland Super League (NSL) has reached its final stage, with four teams securing spots in the playoffs after an intense league phase. Barak FC emerged as the table toppers with 29 points, registering nine wins, two draws, and just one loss, which came against Longterok FC.

Nagaland United FC (21 points), Longterok FC (20 points), and 27 United FC (16 points) claimed the remaining playoff spots. The three other teams—Sechü Zubza FC (15 points), Red Scars FC (10 points), and Frontier Warriors FC (4 points)—missed out on qualification.

The playoffs and grand finale will take place at Chümoukedima Football Stadium, with gates opening at 2:00 PM. Each match will kick off after pre-match programs at 4:30 PM. For convenience, advance ticket bookings are available through Ahibi.in.

The first playoff match on March 24 will see Longterok FC take on 27 United FC, with the winner advancing to the next stage. On March 25, league leaders Barak FC will face Nagaland United FC in the second playoff. The loser of this fixture will get a second chance in Playoff 3 on March 29, where they will face the winner of Playoff 1.

The NSL 2025 final is scheduled for April 1, where the winner of Playoff 2 will battle the winner of Playoff 3 for the title.

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