The Real Kashmir vs TRAU FC showdown at the 134th IndianOil Durand Cup wasn’t just another group stage game—it was a full-blown Imphal drama. In front of a roaring 20,000-strong crowd, Rohen Singh fired in a long-range rocket that screamed goal of the tournament and sealed a narrow 2-1 victory for Real Kashmir FC.
⚡ First-Half Fireworks: Two Goals, Two Minutes, Total Chaos
Real Kashmir drew first blood in the 24th minute thanks to a pinpoint lofted assist from Rohen, which Marat Tareck coolly slotted home. Before the Snow Leopards could finish celebrating, TRAU’s Afridi Buyamayum equalized in the 26th minute, smashing in a perfect cross from Monis Singh.
Both teams spent the rest of the first half trading punches like seasoned boxers. Possession swayed, tackles flew, and fans got their money’s worth—all before halftime.
🚀 Rohen Singh: From Midfielder to Match-Winner
The Real Kashmir vs TRAU FC match was crying out for a moment of magic—and Rohen delivered. In the 64th minute, with the score locked 1-1, he uncorked a 25-yard thunderbolt that arrowed into the top corner. The stadium went silent—then erupted.
TRAU’s red card in the 77th minute (Shitaljit Atom, second yellow) compounded their misery, effectively ending their comeback hopes despite a valiant effort in the dying moments.
🧠 Tactical Breakdown: Ishfaq’s 4-4-2 Outmuscles TRAU’s 4-2-3-1
Real Kashmir, led by head coach Ishfaq Ahmed, played to their strengths—compact shape, quick transitions, and lethal finishing. Marat Tareck and William Sessegnon caused havoc up top, while the backline, marshaled by Seila Toure and Shahid Nazir, held firm.
TRAU’s decision to go with an all-Indian XI was commendable, and their wing play was dynamic. But without the cutting edge and a numerical disadvantage late in the game, they couldn’t claw back.
📺 Where to Watch & What’s Next
All Durand Cup 2025 matches are streamed live on SonyLiv and broadcast on Sony Ten 2. Up next, Real Kashmir face NEROCA FC on August 10, while TRAU FC aim to bounce back against Indian Navy FT on August 12.
🔢 Betting Insights from 188BET
According to 188BET, Real Kashmir opened as slight underdogs (+2.40), but their odds shortened dramatically after the first goal. In-play bettors who backed the Snow Leopards at 1-1 reaped hefty returns. For upcoming fixtures, watch for live odds shifts—especially if Rohen starts.
❓ FAQ – People Also Ask
Real Kashmir FC won 2-1, with goals from Marat Tareck and a screamer from Rohen Singh.
Afridi Buyamayum netted TRAU’s lone goal in the 26th minute after a brilliant cross from Monis Singh.
They lined up in a classic 4-4-2 with Tareck and Sessegnon leading the line, executed with solid defensive discipline.
All matches are available on Sony Sports Network (Sony Ten 2) and streaming live on SonyLiv.
188BET listed Real Kashmir as underdogs pre-match. Smart in-play bettors saw high returns after Rohen’s winning goal.
Ishfaq Ahmed is the head coach, guiding the Snow Leopards through a competitive Durand Cup campaign.
✅ Conclusion: Imphal Roars, But the Snow Leopards Prevail
Real Kashmir vs TRAU FC was a microcosm of why we love the Durand Cup: passion, pace, and players like Rohen Singh turning up with magic. Real Kashmir’s grit and moments of brilliance secured them three vital points and kept their knockout hopes alive.
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