NorthEast United salvaged a 1-1 draw against Kerala Blasters in ISL 2025-26 after Lalrinzuala Lalbiaknia scored a late equaliser in Kochi. Kerala had taken the lead through an own goal, but the visitors’ persistence paid off as they earned a crucial point.

Kochi, Wednesday, April 15, 2026: Lalrinzuala Lalbiaknia struck late once again to rescue a point for NorthEast United as they played out a 1-1 draw against Kerala Blasters FC in Indian Super League 2025-26 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Kerala Blasters had taken the lead in the first half through an own goal by Andy Rodríguez.

Standings and key performer

The point saw Kerala Blasters remain 13th in the standings with five points from nine matches, while NorthEast United held on to 10th place with seven points from eight games. Fallou Ndiaye was adjudged the Player of the Match.

Team changes and line-ups