Overview

• NorthEast United FC defeated Shillong Lajong FC 2-1 in the Northeast Derby on August 8 to top Group E and secure a quarterfinal berth
• Shillong Lajong FC finished the group stage with six points but saw their campaign end after the derby defeat under coach Birendra Thapa
• Alaaeddine Ajaraie’s brace lifted his tournament tally to five goals and underpinned the defending champions’ title defense
• Jamshedpur FC will guarantee their spot in the last eight by earning at least a draw against 1 Ladakh FC
• 1 Ladakh FC must win to reach four points and stay in contention for a debut Durand Cup knockout place