Shillong Lajong FC Vs NorthEast United FC, Durand Cup 2025 Semifinal, Live Updates: A Blockbuster Northeast Derby Awaits At Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium In Shillong

Welcome to the Live Blog of the Durand Cup Semifinal match between Shillong Lajong FC and NorthEast United FC. The fixture will take place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong and the match kicks off at 7:00 PM IST.

Here's the playing XI of both the teams.

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐗𝐈 : 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢-𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝟏 - 𝐒𝐋𝐅𝐂 𝐯𝐬 𝐍𝐄𝐔𝐅𝐂#SLFCNEUFC #NORTHEASTDERBY #SF1 #134thEditionofIndianOilDurandCup #PoweredBySBIandCoalIndia #DurandCup2025 #ManyChampionsOneLegacy #IndianFootball pic.twitter.com/KfdEFik5qm

— Durand Cup (@thedurandcup) August 19, 2025

The match will kick off at 7:00 PM IST and shall be live streamed on Sony LIV App in India. The telecast of the same will be in Sony TEN 2 and Sony TEN 2 HD TV channels.

Here's what the Indian Assistant Coach of #NEUFC had to say ahead of their Semi-Final clash against SLFC.#SLFCNEUFC #NORTHEASTDERBY #SF1 #134thEditionofIndianOilDurandCup #PoweredBySBIandCoalIndia #DurandCup2025 #ManyChampionsOneLegacy #IndianFootball pic.twitter.com/RZtk2Deeuu

— Durand Cup (@thedurandcup) August 19, 2025

Here's what the Head Coach of #SLFC had to say ahead of their Semi-Final clash against NEUFC.#SLFCNEUFC #NORTHEASTDERBY #SF1 #134thEditionofIndianOilDurandCup #PoweredBySBIandCoalIndia #DurandCup2025 #ManyChampionsOneLegacy #IndianFootball pic.twitter.com/pbmJj4k57L

— Durand Cup (@thedurandcup) August 19, 2025

The Durand Cup semifinal between Shillong Lajong FC and NorthEast United FC promises to be a thrilling clash between two teams from the Northeast. This match will be held at the Polo Ground in Shillong, giving Shillong Lajong the home advantage and a big boost from local fans.

Shillong Lajong FC reached the semifinal after a dramatic 2-1 comeback win against Indian Navy. Goals from Damaitphang Lyngdoh and Everbrightson Sana Mylliempdah helped them turn the game around. This is their second straight appearance in the Durand Cup semifinals.

The roar of the fans, the fire of the players.🔥
This is more than a match, it’s the Derby for Glory! 🏆#SLFCNEUFC #NORTHEASTDERBY #134thEditionofIndianOilDurandCup2025 #PoweredBySBIandCoalIndia #DurandCup2025 #ManyChampionsOneLegacy #IndianFootball pic.twitter.com/yX7nvfE7CV

— Durand Cup (@thedurandcup) August 19, 2025

Derby nights are made for duels. Tonight, it’s Sana vs Ajaraie. 🔥#SLFCNEUFC #NORTHEASTDERBY #SF1 #134thEditionofIndianOilDurandCup #PoweredBySBIandCoalIndia #DurandCup2025 #ManyChampionsOneLegacy #IndianFootball pic.twitter.com/g0AxfXlHiX

— Durand Cup (@thedurandcup) August 19, 2025

Now it's a semifinal, a door to the final...🛡️🎙️#StrongerAsOne #8States1United #134thEditionofIndianOilDurandCup pic.twitter.com/rRsjuhsDIi

— NorthEast United FC (@NEUtdFC) August 19, 2025

NorthEast United FC, the defending champions, booked their place in the semis with a dominating 4-0 win over Bodoland FC. Alaaeddine Ajaraie scored twice, while Andy Garcia and Parthib Gogoi also got on the scoresheet.

These two sides met in last year’s semifinals too, and once again, only one can reach the final. So far, NorthEast United have a perfect record against Shillong Lajong, winning all four previous meetings. They also beat them 2-1 earlier in this tournament.

NorthEast United are unbeaten this season, while Shillong Lajong have been strong at home and have scored plenty of goals themselves. The match will likely be a close one, with NorthEast United slightly favored because of their experience and strong defense. But Shillong Lajong will be hoping to pull off a big upset in front of their home crowd.

This all-Northeast semifinal is more than just a football match, it’s a battle for pride, passion, and a place in the Durand Cup final.