Sribhumi FC (W) and Nita FA (W) played out a goalless draw in the Indian Women’s League on May 9, 2026. The match, which took place in a humid evening atmosphere, was a tactical battle where defences reigned supreme. Neither side managed to break the deadlock, leaving the points shared in a contest that lacked clear-cut chances.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, both teams appeared cautious, perhaps wary of the opposition’s counter-attacking threat. Sribhumi FC (W) enjoyed slightly more possession in the first half, with their midfield trio attempting to dictate the tempo. However, Nita FA (W) were well-drilled defensively, closing down space and forcing Sribhumi into speculative long-range efforts that failed to trouble the goalkeeper. The best chance of the half fell to Nita FA (W) in the 38th minute when a corner kick was headed just wide by centre-back Priya Sharma.

Second Half – Few Opportunities

The second half offered little improvement in attacking quality. Sribhumi FC (W) introduced fresh legs off the bench, but Nita FA (W) remained compact and disciplined. The match became increasingly physical, with several fouls breaking up play. In the 78th minute, Nita FA (W) thought they had taken the lead when a goal-bound shot was cleared off the line by Sribhumi’s right-back. The game petered out to a 0-0 draw, a result that will frustrate both sets of fans.

Standout Players

• Sribhumi FC (W): Goalkeeper Anjali Rao was relatively untroubled but made a crucial reflex save in the second half. Defender Sneha Verma was solid in the air.
• Nita FA (W): Midfielder Riya Kapoor covered every blade of grass, while centre-back Priya Sharma was commanding at the back.

Season Impact

The point keeps both sides in the middle of the Indian Women’s League table, though they will need to start converting draws into wins if they are to challenge for the title. Sribhumi FC (W) remain unbeaten in their last three, while Nita FA (W) will take heart from a clean sheet on the road.