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title: "Doley's Hat-Trick Propels FC Raengdai to Top of Group D After Seven-Goal Thriller"
url: https://projectchintan.com/article/doley-s-hat-trick-propels-fc-raengdai-to-top-of-group-d-after-seven-goal-thrille-xn4x5
publisher: Project Chintan
author: Project Chintan Newsroom
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published: 2026-08-03T14:51:20.000Z
modified: 2026-08-03T16:01:10.370Z
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# Doley's Hat-Trick Propels FC Raengdai to Top of Group D After Seven-Goal Thriller

Mridul Doley secured a three-goal haul to lead tournament newcomers FC Raengdai past TRAU FC in a high-scoring encounter. The victory marks Raengdai's second consecutive win, placing them firmly at the summit of their group.

## Key takeaways

- Mridul Doley scored a hat-trick to secure FC Raengdai's second consecutive victory in the 135th Durand Cup.
- FC Raengdai now leads Group D with six points following their 4-3 win over TRAU FC at Khuman Lampak Stadium.
- FC1 defeated Karbi Anglong Morning Star FC 2-1 in Group F despite playing the final 30 minutes with only ten men.
- TRAU FC managed to level the score at 3-3 after trailing early, but Doley's 79th-minute strike ended their comeback hopes.

## Raengdai Maintains Perfect Record in Imphal

FC Raengdai extended its successful debut campaign in the 135th Durand Cup by defeating local favorites Tiddim Road Athletic Union (TRAU FC) 4-3 on Monday. The victory at Khuman Lampak Stadium marks a second straight win for the newcomers, who now lead Group D with six points.

Mridul Doley dominated the early proceedings, finding the net twice within the first 24 minutes to establish a commanding lead. While Chanam Akash Meitei pulled one back for TRAU in the 43rd minute, FC Raengdai responded immediately. Chongtham Kishan Singh scored during first-half stoppage time to ensure a 3-1 lead going into the interval.

## Late Drama at Khuman Lampak

TRAU FC mounted a significant second-half comeback. Afdal Varikkodan scored shortly after the whistle, and the scores leveled at 3-3 in the 67th minute following an own goal by Lanchungrei Pamei. However, the deadlock did not last. Doley completed his hat-trick in the 79th minute, clinching the match and securing all three points for the visitors.

### FC1 Triumphs Despite Red Card in Guwahati

Parallel action in Group F saw another debutant, FC1, secure a -1 victory over Karbi Anglong Morning Star FC at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium. The match dynamics shifted as follows:
- Early Lead: Joseph Mayowa Olaleye scored first for Karbi Anglong in the 27th minute.
- Recovery: Shakir Ahmad Sheikh leveled the score at the 40-minute mark.
- Winning Strike: Hayat Bashir netted the decisive goal in the 53rd minute.

FC1 played the final 30 minutes with ten men after defender Tetty Armando Yoko received a red card. Despite the numerical disadvantage, the visiting side successfully defended its lead to claim the win.

Source: The Hindu — Sport

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Reported from: The Hindu — Sport