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President Murmu Presents President's Cup to NorthEast United for Durand Cup Title Defense

The Rashtrapati Bhavan ceremony highlighted the tournament’s Armed Forces stewardship after NEUFC’s 6-1 final sealed back-to-back crowns.

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NorthEast United FC Receives The President's Cup From President Droupadi Murmu | Image: X/@rashtrapatibhvn
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Overview

  • President Droupadi Murmu presented the President's Cup to NorthEast United FC at Rashtrapati Bhavan in a formal prize ceremony on Wednesday.
  • The trophy was handed to club owner John Abraham, captain Redeem Tlang and CEO Mandar Tamhane in the presence of Durand Cup organisers and dignitaries.
  • NEUFC retained the Durand Cup with a 6-1 win over Diamond Harbour FC in the 134th final at Kolkata’s Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan.
  • Coverage notes NEUFC also won the 2024 edition, when they defeated Mohun Bagan Super Giants, confirming consecutive tournament victories.
  • Reports describe the President's Cup as one of three trophies tied to the event’s military legacy, with articles differing on whether it was introduced in 1950 or 1956; service vice chiefs were reported to have attended.