I-League 2018-19: East Bengal v Shillong Lajong Laldanmawia Ralte's Love for Goals sees Red and Gold mount late title challenge

#2 Shillong Lajong came up short of experience again

Lajong had no answer against East Bengal's attack

Shillong Lajong, a team that once made North-Eastern football proud, have witnessed their worst season so far. Opting to field a team with all their academy boys has come back to haunt them in almost every match.

Of course, their decision should be held as far as the development of Indian football is concerned. But playing in a tournament which has relegation may cost you dear. And in all probability, Lajong will be relegated this season.

It was the third heaviest defeat for Lajong after losing 6-1 against Chennai City and Real Kashmir.

The team from Meghalaya gained enough confidence after beating defending champions Minerva Punjab and heavyweight Churchill Brothers in their previous two matches. However, they couldn’t display the same performance against a more heavyweight and disciplined side.

Even before the players settled themselves, Lajong conceded the first goal. Just when they were taking control of the game, two goalkeeping howlers cost them the match.

Trailing 0-4 in the first half is enough to dent your confidence. It was almost impossible for them to make a comeback in the 2nd half. It didn’t happen as expected.