India's under-15 team continued their winning start at the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan, beating Cameroon 2-1 in their second Group K match at the Hovsan Competition Complex in Baku on Sunday 25 October 2026.

How the match unfolded

India took an early lead when a Fareil Ngobo own goal put them ahead in the first minute. Cameroon levelled before half-time through a Muhammad Sohil Khan own goal in the 20th minute, but R Lalremruatfela restored India's advantage in the 27th minute. From there, goalkeeper Jenit Ningthoujam took centre stage, producing a series of saves including a penalty stop to protect the lead and secure the victory.

What it means for the group

The win leaves India as the only team in Group K to have won both of their matches so far. Head coach Bibiano Fernandes' side now turn to their next fixture, against Grenada, with momentum and a growing reputation for resilience in tight games. For a youth tournament, the value is less in any single result than in the experience of managing a lead under pressure — and in a goalkeeper delivering when the game was still in the balance.

The wider picture

The FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival is a new competition, and India's early form will raise expectations back home. The challenge for the young squad is to keep the same discipline against Grenada and beyond, rather than letting two wins turn into complacency. On this evidence, they have the composure to do it.