Published on October 3/2026
Punjab FC lifted the OIL GOLD Cup Football Tournament 2026 defeating Oil India FC in the final held at Duliajan on Saturday. The fate of the game was decided via tie break after schedule and extra time ended 1-1 draw.
The closely contested final saw both teams produce an intense battle, with Oil India FC taking the lead in the first half. Akrang Narzary broke the deadlock in the 33rd minute, giving Oil India FC a 1-0 advantage.
Punjab FC came out with greater purpose after the interval and were rewarded in the 61st minute when Yendrembam Boby Singh found the equaliser. The goal brought the final back on level terms and set up a tense finish.
Neither side was able to find the decisive goal during the remainder of regulation time. With the score still locked at 1-1, the contest went into extra time.
The additional 30 minutes produced no further breakthrough as both defences stood firm. The championship was consequently decided from the penalty spot.
Singamayum Shamit of Punjab FC was adjudged the Best Player of the Final for his contribution to the champions' performance.
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS:
* Best Goalkeeper of the Tournament: Navajyoti Ayan (Oil India FC).
* Best Linkman of the Tournament: Aniket Yadav (Punjab FC).
* Best Defender of the Tournament: Suraj Murmu (Punjab FC.)
* Best Player of the Tournament: Rituraj Mohan (Oil India FC).