RAI Sport News

Durand Cup: Nandhakumar Sekar Ends East Bengal's 1658-day Wait To Beat Mohun Bagan

Seasoned Nandhakumar Sekar enjoyed the most defining day of his football career with a swerving left-footer that ended East Bengal's 1658-day derby jinx as the red-and-gold brigade beat arch-rivals Mohun Bagan 1-0 in a Durand Cup match on Saturday. The 60th minute goal also put Mohun Bagan's smooth entry into the quarter-finals on hold as East Bengal can pip them to a last eight spot if they happen to win against Punjab FC in their last group league encounter on Wednesday.

Football Fan Runs 48KM For Opening Match Of Durand Cup, Watches Game From VIP Box

A football fan's dream to watch the Durand Cup came through in a way he had absolutely not expected. The fan sat in the VIP Box for a match and even had an opportunity to interact with players, courtesy an officer of the Indian Army. The Durand cup has a wide appeal for the citizens of Northeast India and this year for the first time Opening ceremony was held at Kokrajhar, Assam. A number of Durand Cup Tournament 2023 matches will also be held at SAI stadium Kokrajhar.