Kolkata, Aug 13 (UNI) The quarter-final fixtures for the Durand Cup 2025 was announced and the stage is set with four ISL teams advancing after a competitive group stage.
East Bengal FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant have been the standout performers so far, topping their groups with perfect winning records.
The quarter-finals will begin on Saturday with Shillong Lajong FC taking on Indian Navy FT, followed by Bodoland FC facing NorthEast United FC.
On Sunday, Jamshedpur FC will meet Diamond Harbour FC before the much-anticipated Kolkata derby between MBSG and East Bengal FC wraps up the last-eight fixtures.
First up, Shillong Lajong FC will host Indian Navy FT. Indian Navy FT finished top of Group F with seven points, while Lajong qualified as one of the two best second-placed teams after finishing runners-up in Group E.
Meanwhile in Kokrajhar, Bodoland FC who were Group D toppers with a perfect record, will face Group E winners NorthEast United FC, who advanced with two wins and a draw.
At the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur, the home side will host Diamond Harbour FC. The Men of Steel topped Group C and will aim to carry their strong form forward.
Diamond Harbour FC, who finished second in Group B behind MBSG, edged out Namdhari FC on goal difference to qualify ahead of Real Kashmir FC and Indian Army, all of whom ended the group stage with six points.
The Kolkata Derby remains the headline fixture of the round. Both MBSG and East Bengal FC enter the clash unbeaten and carry immense history in the tournament. The Mariners hold a record 17 Durand Cup titles, while East Bengal FC are close behind with 16. Bragging rights and a semi-final spot will be at stake when the two giants collide.
Quarter-final fixtures:
Shillong Lajong FC vs Indian Navy FT – Saturday, 16th August (Shillong)
Bodoland FC vs NorthEast United FC – Saturday, 16th August (Kokrajhar)
Jamshedpur FC vs Diamond Harbour FC – Sunday, 17th August (Jamshedpur)
Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs East Bengal FC – Sunday, 17th August (Kolkata)
