Srinagar, April 6 Marlon Rangel and Lalruatsanga each scored a goal in either half as Chanmari FC defeated Real Kashmir FC 2-1 in a crucial Indian Football League match here on Monday.
Marius Bedzigui scored for the home side to reduce the deficit, but Chanmari FC held on to the lead to move up to seventh on the table with eight points, while Real Kashmir remained at the bottom with two points from seven matches.
Real Kashmir FC dominated for long periods in the first half, making the most of the windy conditions that made it difficult for midfielders to play accurate forward passes.
The home team's overseas signings impressed alongside captain Mohammad Inam, as they looked the more likely side to score.
Chanmari FC, however, took the lead against the run of play just before half-time from a set-piece, as P. Christopher Kamei floated a chipped delivery into the box and Real Kashmir FC goalkeeper Sayad Bin misjudged its flight, completely missing the ball and leaving the goal exposed.
Marlon Angel then had the simplest of tasks, guiding it into the net to hand the visitors the lead heading into the break.
The visitors doubled their lead just after the hour mark, capitalising on poor set-piece defending from Real Kashmir.
Christopher Kamei was once again the provider, as his corner was expertly side-footed into the net by Lalruatsanga, who got ahead of his marker.
The Snow Leopards pulled one back just two minutes later.
Shedrack Charles was brought down on the edge of the box, earning a free-kick in a dangerous position.
Marius stepped up and curled a superb effort over the five-man wall and into the net, leaving the goalkeeper rooted to the spot.