Bodoland FC ended their maiden campaign in the Durand Cup campaign with a historic 2-1 win over Odisha FC, their first win in the 132nd edition of the prestigious tournament on Saturday.
Ronney Wilson Kharbudon’s two headed goals helped 10-man Shillong Lajong FC beat Downtown Heroes 2-1 in a Group D fixture, and end their campaign on a high note.
It will also be a tough pill to swallow ahead of next week’s Kolkata derby against rivals Mohun Bagan Super Giant
It was the Green’s first game of the tournament and they now join Odhisa FC with a 100%-win record in the Group.
Manipur club Neroca FC and Trau FC will lock horns in the first match of the Manipur leg of the tournament.
The game commenced with the Gaurs going down the attacking right from kick-off as Muhammed Nemil took the first shot of the game
CM Biren expressed satisfaction over the preparations and congratulated the sports minister, other officials, and the army personnel as well for their efforts.
Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh today unveiled the 3 trophies of the championship during a ceremony in Imphal.