The very first match of Chennaiyin FC for the Durand Cup 2024 will be held tomorrow. The team, known as the Marina Machans, will start their campaign against the Indian Army FT on Wednesday at the JRD Tata Sports Complex Stadium in Jamshedpur.
Their 22-man squad includes a mix of experienced senior team players and promising reserves, featuring notable names such as Vincy Barretto, Bikash Yumnam, Irfan Yadwad, Samik Mitra, Alexander Romario Jesuraj, and Sachu Siby. This blend of experience and youth ensures a well-balanced lineup.

Chennaiyin FC vs Indian Army FT Live Stream and Telecast Details in India: Durand Cup 2024
The Durand Cup 2024, Chennaiyin FC vs Indian Army FT, will be played at the JRD Tata Sports Complex Stadium in Jamshedpur on Wednesday (July 31). The match will kick-off at 4:00 PM IST (Indian Standard Time). Chennaiyin FC vs Indian Army FT will be live telecast on Sony Ten 2 HD. Fans can also watch the Live stream of Chennaiyin FC vs Indian Army FT on SonyLIV.
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Chennaiyin FC assistant coach Noel Wilson, who recently joined head coach Owen Coyle’s staff, highlighted the team's composition, stating, "It's a very good team because it's a mixture of senior team players from the ISL and reserve team players, along with some shortlisted new talents."
Having reached the quarter-finals in the 2022 and 2023 editions, the team aims to surpass those achievements this year. Assistant coach Wilson emphasized their goal, saying, "We are going there to win games. We are not going there to just take part. We will be united on and off the field, giving our 100 percent."
Chennaiyin FC Full Squad
GK: Mohanraj K, Samik Mitra, Malhar Umesh Mohol
DEF: Niketh N, Bikash Yumnam, Alexander Romario Jesuraj, Rojjak Ali SK, YV Praful Kumar, Aby S, Shanu Stellus, Sachu Siby
MID: Ngangom Raman Singh, Ganeshpandi S, Solaimalai R, Jayasurya, Vivek S, Karthik T, Vincy Barretto, Komal Thatal, Lalpekhlua
FWD: Vishal R, Irfan Yadwad