The 134th edition of the Durand Cup, Asia's oldest football tournament, is currently underway, and the excitement is palpable! Football fans across South Africa are eagerly following the action, especially the performance of Jamshedpur FC.
Durand Cup 2025: What You Need to Know
This year's Durand Cup, running from July 23rd to August 23rd, features 24 teams vying for the prestigious title. Organised by the Indian Armed Forces, the tournament serves as the traditional curtain-raiser for the Indian domestic football season.
Format and Groups
The tournament is structured into two phases: a group stage followed by knockout rounds. The teams are divided into six groups of four. Jamshedpur FC finds themselves in Group C, alongside Tribhuvan Army FT, Indian Army FT, and 1 Ladakh FC. The competition is fierce, and every match is crucial.
- Group A: East Bengal FC, Indian Air Force FT, Namdhari FC, South United FC
- Group B: Mohun Bagan Super Giant, Mohammedan SC, Diamond Harbour FC, Border Security Force FT
- Group C: Jamshedpur FC, Tribhuvan Army FT, Indian Army FT, 1 Ladakh FC
- Group D: Punjab FC, ITBP FT, Karbi Anglong Morning Star FC, Bodoland FC
- Group E: Shillong Lajong FC, NorthEast United FC, Malaysian Armed Forces, Rangdajied United FC
- Group F: TRAU FC, NEROCA FC, Real Kashmir FC, Indian Navy FT
Key Teams to Watch
Mohun Bagan Super Giant, the reigning Indian Super League champions, boast a record 17 Durand Cup titles. East Bengal follows closely with 16 titles. NorthEast United FC are the current defending champions, adding another layer of intrigue to this year’s competition. Jamshedpur FC will need to bring their A-game to compete with these powerhouses.
Keep up with all the match results, scores, and points tables as the tournament progresses. The final match on August 23rd promises to be a thrilling conclusion to this year’s Durand Cup!