calcuttanews.net · DistrictNews · 2026-08-19
Defending champions NorthEast United take on Mohun Bagan in high - stakes Durand Cup semifinals
Defending champions NorthEast United FC will look to qualify for their third straight finals as they face 17-time winners Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the second semifinal of the Durand Cup, which will be played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Thursday. The kick-off is scheduled for 7 pm. NEUFC have been relentless in their title defence. The Highlanders stormed into their fourth consecutive Durand Cup semi-final following a breathtaking quarter-final victory over home favourites Shillong Lajong FC. Overcoming a 2-1 half-time deficit, they turned the tide with a spectacular four-goal blitz in the second half to seal
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