SC Delhi showcased an impressive performance in the Durand Cup quarter-finals, overcoming FC Raengdai of Manipur with a commanding 5-1 victory. This win sets the stage for a semifinal encounter against the renowned East Bengal, scheduled for August 19 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata.

Match Overview

The match began with a stunning goal from Raengdai's Chongtham Kishan Singh in the 9th minute, who scored with a powerful long-range shot that hit the crossbar before finding the net. Despite the early setback, SC Delhi responded with determination, launching several attacks but facing a resolute Raengdai defense led by Rojen Meetei, Lanchungrei Pamei, and Amitkumar Singh.

Second-Half Surge

After halftime, SC Delhi returned with renewed vigor, and the introduction of substitute Joseph Sunny proved pivotal. Sunny first equalized in the 57th minute with a precise low shot into the bottom-left corner, following a clever assist from Juan Sebastian Pena. Just ten minutes later, Sunny struck again, finishing calmly after another brilliant pass from Pena, turning the match in SC Delhi's favor.

Rodriguinho added to the scoreline in the 82nd minute, and Augustine Lalrochana capped off the victory with a goal in stoppage time. Meanwhile, East Bengal secured their spot in the semifinals with a narrow 1-0 victory over Indian Army FT, thanks to a first-half header from PV Vishnu.

With this emphatic win, SC Delhi looks forward to the challenge posed by East Bengal in what promises to be an exciting semifinal clash.