East Bengal vs South United Live Streaming: Where to Watch Durand Cup Group A Match on TV and Online?

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The 134th edition of the Durand Cup kicks off with an intriguing clash between East Bengal FC and South United FC at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata.

The historic Kolkata side returns with high hopes of capturing their first Durand Cup title since 2004, while South United marks their tournament debut, bringing youthful energy and ambition to the occasion. This opening Group A encounter pits a club with rich tradition against a developing side looking to prove its mettle.

East Bengal FC vs South United FC Match Schedule

Date: July 23, 2025

Time: 5:30 PM IST

Venue: Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium), Kolkata

East Bengal FC Squad & Team News

East Bengal come into the tournament under new head coach Oscar Bruzon, who is expected to field a mixed lineup with new foreign signings and first-choice domestic players. Key foreign additions include Miguel Figueira, Hamid Ahadad, Mohammed Rashid, and Kevin Sibille, while Indian stars like Bipin Singh, Edmund Lalrindika, and youngster Martand Raina are expected to feature in the opener.

Despite the short preparation time, East Bengal will aim to assert dominance early in the group stage, relying on squad depth and experience to outplay their debutant rivals. Bruzon has suggested squad rotation is likely, which might see a few surprises in the starting eleven.

South United FC Squad & Team News

Making their Durand Cup debut, South United FC from Bengaluru comes in with a young and ambitious squad, coached by A. Kaja Mohindeen Bhadussa. The team has largely drawn from its academy ranks with players experienced in lower division football. Names to watch include Noel S, Euhan Kuruvilla, Rowan James, Tarun Kumar, and Huzafah Ahmad Dar.

South United have had a longer training camp and will come prepared tactically, despite being underdogs. The focus will likely be on maintaining defensive shape and counter-attacking, as they look to test their development against top-tier opposition.

This opening clash between East Bengal and South United belongs to Group A, which also features Namdhari FC and Indian Air Force FT. Only one team from each group is guaranteed to qualify for the quarterfinals, along with the two best runner-up teams across all six groups. With such a tight format, every goal and point will be crucial.