Overview
- Indian Army FT and Tribhuvan Army FC head into their final Group C match still searching for a first win.
- Indian Army FT lost 1–0 to Jamshedpur FC and sits bottom of the group, facing elimination if they fail to secure victory.
- Tribhuvan Army FC, who drew 1–1 with 1 Ladakh FC after an opening defeat, can move level on points with the Ladakh side.
- Contrasting styles will meet as the disciplined, physical Indian Army FT take on Tribhuvan’s possession-based, attacking approach.
- Jamshedpur FC’s two wins have already secured a quarterfinal berth, leaving the runner-up spot up for grabs.