Durand Cup 2026 to Feature 24 Teams Across Five Cities from July 25 to August 23
The 135th edition of the Durand Cup, Asia's oldest football tournament, will take place from July 25 to August 23, 2026. Featuring 24 teams, including two foreign sides, matches will be held across six venues in five cities: Kolkata, Ranchi (hosting for the first time), Guwahati, Imphal, and Shillong. Organised by the Eastern Command of the Indian Army, the tournament has expanded since 2019 and serves as a platform for emerging players. Defending champions NorthEast United FC will seek to retain their title.