# Dr T Ao Inter-District Football Tournament Progress

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dr-t-ao-inter-district-football-tournament
> Updated: 2026-10-26T17:17:02.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 5.

The 25th silver jubilee edition of the Dr. T. Ao Inter-District Football Tournament has progressed to the final stages at the Renpo Lu Astroturf Ground in Mokokchung. Following the group stages and quarter-finals, the tournament has moved into the semi-finals.

Mon, Zunheboto, Peren, and Tuensang secured the initial semi-final berths. Mon advanced with a 4–2 win over Longleng, while Zunheboto claimed the second spot via a 2–1 victory against Kohima, decided by a 92nd-minute goal from Hikupu. Peren progressed with a 3–0 shutout against Wokha, and Tuensang advanced following a 3–1 penalty shootout victory after a 3–3 draw against Phek.

In the first semi-final, defending champions Mon secured a place in the final by defeating Peren 2-1. Eshong Konyak scored both goals for Mon, including an 86th-minute volley to seal the win after Rangliakam equalized for Peren in the 61st minute. The second semi-final between Zunheboto and Tuensang is scheduled for October 27.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Mon district reaches Dr T Ao Trophy final with win over Peren

Defending champions Mon defeated Peren 2-1 to reach the Dr T Ao Trophy final, thanks to two goals from Eshong Konyak.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mon-district-reaches-dr-t-ao-trophy-final-with-win-over-peren

### 2026-10-24: Mon, Zunheboto, Peren, and Tuensang reach Dr. T. Ao Trophy semi-finals

Mon, Zunheboto, Peren, and Tuensang have advanced to the semi-finals of the 25th Dr. T. Ao Inter-District Football Championship.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mon-zunheboto-peren-and-tuensang-reach-dr-t-ao-trophy-semi-finals

### 2026-10-22: Dr. T. Ao Trophy football tournament advances to quarter-finals

The 25th Dr. T. Ao Trophy Inter-District Football Championship enters the quarter-finals following decisive wins by Longleng, Kohima, and Zunheboto.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dr-t-ao-trophy-football-tournament-advances-to-quarter-finals

### 2026-10-16: Dr T Ao Inter-District Football Trophy 2026 results

Recent matches in the 25th Dr T Ao Inter-District Football Trophy saw Kohima secure a dominant 5-0 win over Longleng, while Phek and Tseminyu also registered victories.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dr-t-ao-inter-district-football-trophy-2026-results

### 2026-09-19: Mokokchung to host 25th Dr T Ao Inter-District Football Tournament

The 25th Dr. T. Ao Inter-District Football Tournament will be held in Mokokchung from October 13–31, featuring 17 districts competing for the silver jubilee trophy.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mokokchung-to-host-25th-dr-t-ao-inter-district-football-tournament

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