Mon district reaches Dr T Ao Trophy final with win over Peren

Defending champions Mon secured a place in the final of the 25th Dr T Ao Inter-District Football Championship, Silver Jubilee Edition, following a 2-1 victory over Peren. The semi-final match took place at the Renpo Lu Astro Turf in Ungma.

Eshong Konyak led Mon to victory with two goals. He opened the scoring in the 30th minute with a long-range shot, but Peren equalized in the 61st minute through a header by Rangliakam. Eshong eventually secured the win with an 86th-minute volley. This victory allows Mon to continue its title defense in the state-level tournament.

The event was attended by Küzholuzo Nienü, Nagaland's Advisor for Science and Technology, who served as the guest of honor. The second semi-final between Zunheboto and Tuensang is scheduled for October 27.