FIFA U-15 World Cup 2026: India beat Cameroon 2-1, record second straight Group K win

Baku, Oct 25 (IANS) India continued their winning start at the inaugural 2026 FIFA U-15 World Cup by defeating Cameroon 2-1 in their second Group K match at the Hovsan Competition Complex Pitch 1B on Sunday. India continued their impressive start to the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup 2026, defeating Cameroon 2-1 in their second Group K match on Sunday. The Blue Colts took an early lead through a Cameroon own goal, but Muhammad Sohil Khan’s own goal drew the African side level before the break.Captain R Lalremruatfela scored the winning goal in the second half when he finished a low cross from Deepak Singh Arambam. Goalkeeper Jenit Ningthoujam played a key role in the victory, making several important saves, including stopping a penalty.With two wins from two matches, India are the only team in Group K to have won both their matches so far.

Jenit shines as India resist Cameroon pressure

India got off to a quick start in rainy conditions when Deepak’s corner in the first minute led to Fareil Ngobo mistakenly placing the ball into his own net. Cameroon gradually grew into the game but India defended well and created chances to extend their lead.Goalkeeper Jenit was particularly impressive, denying several Cameroon attempts, including a dangerous free-kick and a close-range effort. India also came close to scoring through Lalremruatfela, but Cameroon managed to clear the danger.Cameroon finally equalized in the 20th minute when Ndam Moctar’s cross was met by Muhammad Sohil Khan and headed into the net. The teams went into the break tied at 1:1.

Lalremruatfela scores the winner as Jenit saves a penalty

India came into the half with more intent and substitute Ronandev Aheibam made an immediate impact winning the ball in midfield. He played it wide to Deepak, who sent a low cross into the box. Lalremruatfela calmly finished with his left foot in the 27th minute to put India back ahead.Cameroon had a chance to equalize after being awarded a penalty for handball, but Jenit came to India’s rescue once more when he saved Harouna Abdoulaye’s spot-kick in the 32nd minute.India continued to threaten, with Ronandev testing the Cameroon keeper and Soumojit Sarkar forcing another free-kick save. The Blue Colts held on to their lead until the final whistle, securing their second straight win and cementing their position in Group K.