New Delhi, June 25 -- Continuing a legacy that spans 138 years, the Durand Cup will return for its landmark 135th edition from July 25 to August 23, 2026.

Asia's oldest football tournament and the world's third-oldest surviving football competition will once again bring together 24 teams, including two foreign sides, across five host cities, reaffirming its enduring place at the heart of Indian football. NorthEast United FC are the defending champions, as per a press release.

The IndianOil Durand Cup has witnessed significant growth in recent years, expanding its footprint across eastern and north-eastern India while strengthening its reputation as a platform that brings together the country's leading clubs, services teams and emerging ...