Goa, Feb. 18 -- Team Herald

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MARGAO: Dempo SC will look to build on their recent form when they take on Shillong Lajong FC in their upcoming I-League 2024-25 fixture at the Nehru stadium, Fatorda, on Wednesday, at 4.30 pm.

The Golden Eagles enter the match following a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Namdhari FC at home. Seigoumang Doungel gave Dempo the lead before halftime, but Namdhari FC responded with goals from Akashdeep Singh and De, turning the game in their favour. However, Dempo's latest signing, Marcus Joseph, had an immediate impact, scoring a crucial equaliser to salvage a point.

Head coach Samir Naik was full of praise for the Trinidadian forward, who quickly adapted to the team. "I took a chance, and it...