Durand Cup: South United beats CISF Protectors
South United FC secured a 2-0 victory over CISF Protectors in the Durand Cup, moving to the top of Group-A. Meanwhile, the match between TRAU FC and NEROCA FC ended in a goalless draw despite a red card for TRAU.
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South United FC climbed to the top of Group-A with a comfortable 2-0 win over CISF Protectors in the 135th Durand Cup at the Kishore Bharati Stadium on Tuesday.
After a barren first half, the Bengaluru-based side broke the deadlock in the 65th minute from a corner. A powerful header by Rowan James struck the upright before reaching Rishik Shetty, who tapped home the rebound. South United sealed the victory in the 84th minute when substitute Ashish Chetry guided B. Abhiram’s measured cross into the net. The win took South United to the top of the standings on goal difference ahead of Mohun Bagan Super Giant, with both teams on three points.
Meanwhile, the Group-D opener between Imphal rivals TRAU FC and NEROCA FC ended in a goalless draw at the Khuman Lampak Stadium.
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