NorthEast United FC's players celebrate with the trophy after winning the Durand Cup 2025, at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, in Kolkata, Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025.
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NorthEast United FC lifted the Durand Cup for the second time in a row as it defeated Diamond Harbour FC 6-1 on Saturday.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma congratulated the winning team.
"The Highlanders have done it again," Sarma said in a post on X, referring to the team from the North East region.
"For the second consecutive year, @NEUtdFC have lifted the #DurandCup defeating Diamond Harbour FC by 6-1 in Asia's oldest football tourney," he added.
Congratulating all players on the victory, Sarma said, "Assam looks to host all teams back again."
NEUFC became the first side since 1991 to defend its crown at the Durand Cup, registering a thumping win at the final played at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) (Salt Lake Stadium) in Kolkata.
It was also the second overall victory for the side in the prestigious tournament.
(With PTI inputs)