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MLP clinches SPL 2026 title after overturning Sawmer lead
✍️ Meghalaya Monitor
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 04:32 AM
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Meghalaya's MLP team secured the SPL 2026 championship by reversing a first‑half lead held by Sawmer, as reported by Meghalaya Monitor.
Meghalaya Monitor reported that the MLP football side emerged victorious in the 2026 edition of the Shillong Premier League (SPL). After falling behind early in the match, MLP rallied to overturn the lead held by their rivals, Sawmer, and clinched the championship title.
The decisive turnaround came in the second half, when MLP's attacking unit found rhythm and equalised before taking the lead. The team's disciplined defence then held off Sawmer's attempts to regain control, securing the win.
The triumph marks a significant milestone for MLP, highlighting their resilience and tactical adaptability throughout the tournament. Fans in Shillong celebrated the victory, underscoring the growing popularity of regional football in Meghalaya.
Club officials praised the players' commitment and hinted at plans to build on this success for upcoming national competitions. The SPL 2026 final will be remembered as a showcase of local talent and competitive spirit.
The league's organizers confirmed that the next season will feature an expanded roster of teams, aiming to further develop football in the northeastern region of India.
The decisive turnaround came in the second half, when MLP's attacking unit found rhythm and equalised before taking the lead. The team's disciplined defence then held off Sawmer's attempts to regain control, securing the win.
The triumph marks a significant milestone for MLP, highlighting their resilience and tactical adaptability throughout the tournament. Fans in Shillong celebrated the victory, underscoring the growing popularity of regional football in Meghalaya.
Club officials praised the players' commitment and hinted at plans to build on this success for upcoming national competitions. The SPL 2026 final will be remembered as a showcase of local talent and competitive spirit.
The league's organizers confirmed that the next season will feature an expanded roster of teams, aiming to further develop football in the northeastern region of India.