The defending champions, who are struggling to put together the team without a title sponsor, did not get the services of their ace Nigerian forward Ranty Martins because of suspension.
But the side under stand-in coach Anjan Nath who took charge after Dutchman Eelco Schattorie, rose to the occasion as Baldeep Singh (21th) and Eric Brown (35th) scored one each to set up a semi-final clash against Mohammedan Sporting.
Deepak Mondal was instrumental in both the goals as he first set up Baldeep with a measured centre before setting up the second goal as Brown converted it from a close range.
Geylang went all out for an equaliser in the second-half, but United SC held on to their slender lead.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →*Subscribe to Business Standard digital and get complimentary access to The New York Times
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
SAVE 25%
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
SAVE 46%
*Complimentary New York Times access for the 2nd year will be given after 12 months
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Subscribe
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app
SAVE 25%