Poonam Nath

NEUFC defeats Diamond Harbour FC; clinches champions title for the 2nd year in a row

Digital Desk: With a dominant performance against Diamond Harbour FC 6-1 in the summit match on Saturday, NorthEast United FC has once again made its mark on Indian football history by winning the Durand Cup for the second year in a row.

As no team has successfully defended the trophy in the previous 34 years, this victory not only gives NorthEast United its second consecutive Durand Cup title but also represents a historic accomplishment.

First time was so nice, we had to do it TWICE! ????????????????#StrongerAsOne #8States1United #134thEditionofIndianOilDurandCup pic.twitter.com/hMorQuBeB2

— NorthEast United FC (@NEUtdFC) August 23, 2025

Expressing immense joy Franchise owner and actor John Abraham said in a video, "To win back-to-back Durand Cups is a great honour and achievement!"

"To win back-to-back Durand Cups is a great honour and achievement!"
The boss expresses his thoughts on our historic triumph...♥️????????#StrongerAsOne #8States1United #134theditionofindianoildurandcup pic.twitter.com/gyWpdD0sF3

— NorthEast United FC (@NEUtdFC) August 24, 2025

From the beginning, the Highlanders were in control, thanks to their excellent tactics, clinical finishing, and constant pressure, which made it difficult for Diamond Harbour FC, making their debut, to keep up. Diamond Harbour, who wanted to be the first debutant team to win the coveted trophy, had a giant-killer mentality, but NorthEast United was too formidable.

This victory highlights the team's increasing dominance in domestic competitions and solidifies their reputation among India's top football players.