NorthEast United maintain unbeaten start after defeating Churchill Brothers

According to a report by Sportstar, NorthEast United secured a 2-0 victory against Churchill Brothers on Thursday at the PJN Stadium in Fatorda, Goa, in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2026-27 competition. With this win, NorthEast United have extended their unbeaten run to five matches.

NorthEast United took the lead in the first half of the match. Taking advantage of Churchill Brothers' weak defending, NorthEast United launched a quick counter-attack. During this, Ethian Gonzalez scored a brilliant goal using the outside of his boot from an assist provided by Jithin MS, making the score 1-0.

In the second half after the break, Churchill Brothers displayed a more aggressive game. They were attempting to score a goal to level the match and continuously increased pressure on NorthEast's defence. However, the NorthEast United players maintained their composure and prevented the opposing team from scoring by demonstrating defensive discipline.

In the final moments of the match, in the third minute of stoppage time, NorthEast United sealed the victory. Abdul Rabee set it up and Antonio Moyano struck a powerful shot with his right foot. The ball was deflected while heading towards the goal and eventually entered, making the score 2-0 and ensuring NorthEast United claimed all three points.

Following this win, NorthEast United have provisionally reached the top of the points table. The previous leader, Mohun Bagan Super Giant, was scheduled to play against Odisha FC late that same evening, after which the final position of the table will be clear.