Historic Win Propels NorthEast United into Durand Cup Last Eight

The Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium witnessed NorthEast United dominate FC1 3‑1, advancing to the last eight of the 135th Durand Cup. After fending off an early penalty attempt, Parthib Gogoi scored from a low cross and then from a free‑kick delivery. Substitute Alaauddin Azrai finished the match with a well‑timed finish. FC1’s only goal was a late strike by Mohammad Ilyas.