Srinagar, October 30: Real Kashmir Football Club (RKFC) is set to face Nagaland United FC in the opening match of the Indian Football League (IFL) 2026–27 season at TRC Ground in Srinagar on Friday. The match is scheduled to begin at 6:30 pm under floodlights, marking the start of an exciting new football season.
Real Kashmir FC will aim to begin its campaign with a strong performance against Nagaland United, which is making its debut in the competition, formerly known as the I-League.
The host club has completed preparations for the opening fixture with assistance from the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council, J&K Police and other administrative departments.
Under head coach Ishfaq Ahmad, Real Kashmir FC has assembled a squad featuring local, national and international footballers. Speaking ahead of the match, Ahmad acknowledged Nagaland United as a competitive opponent despite its first appearance in the league.
He expressed confidence in his team's preparations while emphasizing the importance of maintaining focus and delivering a disciplined performance in the opening encounter.
Meanwhile, Real Kashmir FC owner Arshad Nizam Shawl highlighted the club's broader mission of promoting football, supporting young talent and creating opportunities for aspiring players in Kashmir.
Shawl emphasized that the club represents hope, resilience and ambition, offering young athletes a platform to demonstrate their abilities and pursue professional football careers.
The club also acknowledged the support of Secretary Tazayun Mukhtar and the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council in facilitating preparations and strengthening football development.
For Nagaland United FC, the opening fixture represents an important opportunity to establish its presence at the national level.
The encounter is expected to attract considerable attention from football supporters in Kashmir and Nagaland as both teams seek a positive start to their league campaigns.
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