Durand Cup 2026 (135th Edition): Official Fixtures & Match Schedule
Asia's oldest and most prestigious football tournament, the Durand Cup, is in its exciting knockout phase for the 135th edition! Top Indian Super League (ISL) giants including Mohun Bagan SG, East Bengal FC, NorthEast United FC, and Jamshedpur FC are battling it out against surprise packages like SC Delhi and the highly disciplined Indian Army FT.
Below is your ultimate guide and schedule table covering the upcoming Durand Cup Quarter-Finals, Semi-Finals, kickoff times, venues, and team matchups for the 2026 season.
💡 Tournament Highlights:
The group stages have concluded, and the thrilling Knockout Stage begins on August 16! Action-packed matches are happening across major host cities like Kolkata, Ranchi, and Shillong, leading up to the Grand Finale on August 23.
| 2026 IndianOil Durand Cup Overview | |
|---|---|
| Tournament Name | 135th Durand Cup (2026) |
| Key Teams in Knockouts | Mohun Bagan SG, East Bengal, NorthEast United, Jamshedpur FC, SC Delhi, Indian Army FT |
| Schedule Window | July 25, 2026 – August 23, 2026 |
| Date | Matchup | Stage | Venue / Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 16 | SC Delhi vs FC Raengdai | Quarter-Final 1 | Birsa Munda Stadium, Ranchi |
| August 16 | Indian Army FT vs East Bengal FC | Quarter-Final 2 | Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata |
| August 17 | Mohun Bagan SG vs Jamshedpur FC | Quarter-Final 3 | Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata |
| August 17 | NorthEast United FC vs Shillong Lajong FC | Quarter-Final 4 | Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Shillong |
| August 19 & 20 | Semi-Final 1 & Semi-Final 2 | Semi-Finals | Kolkata / Shillong |
| August 23 | Grand Finale (TBC vs TBC) | Final | Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata |
⚽ Key Durand Cup Highlights
- Defending Champions in Form: NorthEast United FC looks dominant after finishing the group stage with a perfect record.
- ISL vs Armed Forces: Watch top-tier ISL teams test their mettle against the highly disciplined Indian Army FT, who remained unbeaten in Group B.
- Pan-India Venues: Knockout matches are hosted across major football hubs including Kolkata, Ranchi, and Shillong.
- Official Broadcasters: All matches are streamed live on SonyLIV, with select matches on Sony Sports Network.
🌟 Marquee Teams to Watch (Knockouts)
- 🟢 Mohun Bagan Super Giant
- 🔴 East Bengal FC
- ⚪ NorthEast United FC
- 🔴 Jamshedpur FC
- ⚔️ Indian Army FT
- 🔵 SC Delhi
Durand Cup 2026: Live Telecast, Knockout Fixtures & Star Players Guide
The 135th Durand Cup knockout stage is the perfect prelude to the domestic Indian football season. Below are the comprehensive tables covering official broadcast and live streaming channels, key upcoming match dates, and standout players to watch.
💡 Official Broadcast Note:
Official streaming for the Durand Cup 2026 is hosted exclusively on the SonyLIV app and website. Television broadcasts for major knockout matches will be available on the Sony Sports Network (Sony Ten 2). All match times below are in IST (Indian Standard Time).
| Broadcaster / Network | Coverage Region | Platform / Format | Featured Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| SonyLIV | India & Subcontinent | Digital Live Stream / App | All Quarter-Finals & Finals |
| Sony Sports Ten 2 | India (Nationwide) | Television / DTH | Select Marquee Matches & Knockouts |
| Date & Time (IST) | Fixture | Official Broadcaster |
|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug, 04:00 PM | SC Delhi vs FC Raengdai | SonyLIV |
| 16 Aug, 07:00 PM | Indian Army FT vs East Bengal FC | SonyLIV / Sony Ten 2 |
| 17 Aug, 04:00 PM | Mohun Bagan SG vs Jamshedpur FC | SonyLIV / Sony Ten 2 |
| 17 Aug, 07:00 PM | NorthEast United FC vs Shillong Lajong FC | SonyLIV |
| 23 Aug, 07:00 PM | Grand Finale | SonyLIV / Sony Ten 2 |
| Player | Club | Position | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaaeddine Ajaraie 🇲🇦 | NorthEast United FC | Forward | Deadly Moroccan striker anchoring the Highlanders' attack. |
| Dimitri Petratos 🇦🇺 | Mohun Bagan SG | Forward | Lethal finisher and primary goalscorer for the Mariners. |
| Christopher Kamei 🇮🇳 | Indian Army FT | Midfielder | Creative engine of the Army side, crucial in their unbeaten group run. |
| Nandhakumar Sekar 🇮🇳 | East Bengal FC | Winger | Pacey Indian winger known for precise crosses and scoring ability. |
| Javi Siverio 🇪🇸 | Jamshedpur FC | Striker | Spanish target man providing vital threat in the final third. |
⚽ Tournament Features
- Unmatched Legacy: Running since 1888, it remains a prestigious testing ground before the ISL kicks off.
- Unpredictable Knockouts: Teams like SC Delhi and Indian Army FT proving that I-League and Armed Forces teams can challenge ISL giants.
- Youth & Experience: Teams often field a mix of new domestic signings, foreign imports, and academy starlets.
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