IFL 2025-26 Top Scorers: Marcus Joseph tops the list with five goals as Soukouna marches behind

Golden Boot race getting excited in the Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 season

The Indian Football League (IFL) has started with plenty of excitement, competitive matches and a good number of goals. This is the newest version of the I-League. While teams are still trying to find an impactful rhythm to continue, a few players and teams have already shown their levels as they have stepped up to make a difference in front of the goal.

With the transformation of the I-League into the Indian Football League (IFL), clubs are stepping into a new era, as this will be a new landmark for Indian football, entering a new chapter in the Indian footballing culture.

The race for the IFL Golden Boot has begun with an electric spark, as the goal is the core part of any game. Goal is the heartbeat of any match; without scoring goals, it would be tough for any team to survive till the very end, as in the Indian Football League, many players have stepped up early to score as much as possible.

Dempo SC striker Marcus Joseph topped the list with four new players who have made their names in the list after the latest matchweek. All of them scored three goals for their respective sides.

As the IFL continues to unfold, the legacy it brings and the competition among the top scorers begin.

Buam and Fabrice Kah maintain the spot

If we are talking about goals and we don’t talk much about Shillong Lajong FC, it will not be done. One of the biggest early talking points from the Shillong Lajong team is that they find themselves fourth on the table in the Indian Football League (IFL) as Phrangki Buam scored three goals so far.

He has been a key player for Shillong Lajong FC, impressing with his ability to create chances and intelligent movement in the final third make him special. Representing the most exciting teams in the league, Buam has been very vital in keeping Shillong Lajong very strong.

Sreenidi Deccan FC are currently placed in third position and received this kind of feedback, which needs a good attack and dominant score lines. And for Deccan FC, Fabrice Nkwoh Kah is the main man upfront to find the back of the net, as he also scored three goals. His attacking contributions have helped his side to maintain a strong impact in the final third.

Antonio Moyano shines for Diamond Harbour FC as Soukouna makes his name

Among them, Bengal-based club Diamond Harbour FC also made a presence, as Antonio Moyano made their names in the list. Players from such clubs have also encouraged the legacy of the Indian Football League, as this makes the Golden Boot race very exciting for the fans. He also scored four goals for his club, which made him very important for the team.

Not just Antonio Moyano, Amadou Soukouna of Rajasthan United FC also made his name into the list with four goals under his name. His physical presence in front of the goal and decision-making made him a guaranteed starter for the Jaipur-based club, who find themselves right now fifth in the table. His performance added a new dimension to Rajasthan United’s attack. His presence for the Jaipur-based side has been really impressive, as he is more of a goal scorer as well as creating multiple chances for his team. Rajasthan United FC are now placed second on the table.

Marcus Joseph’s lead in the chart with five goals

Marcus Joseph is a well-known name in the Indian Football League as well as in the Indian football circuit. Played for Mohammedan Sporting Club and many more, he is known for his ability to score and clinical finishing, with a lot of experience in the top-flight football.

Marcus Joseph is leading the goal scorer chart in the Indian Football League 2025-26 season with five goals under his name with Dempo SC, with four players who have also scored the same number of goals.

He is a quality, reliable goal scorer for Dempo SC, known for his strength, intelligence and positioning. The Trinidad and Tobago international forward has been a key attacking player for Dempo SC in the 2025-26 Indian Football League season. His early goals have helped them a lot in the first few games.

List of IFL 2025-26 Top Scorers

• Marcus Joseph ( Dempo SC ) – 5 goals
• Amadou Soukouna (Rajasthan FC) – 4 goals
• Antonio Moyano (Diamond Harbour) – 4 goals
• Fabrice Kah (Sreenidi) – 3 goals
• Phrangki Buam (Shillong Lajong) – 3 g

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