Durand Cup 2025 HIGHLIGHTS, Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC semis: DHFC in final with 2-1 win

Despite having lesser possession, Diamond Harbour go through to the final as they were the clinical side on the night.

9:00 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Diamond Harbour into the final!

East Bengal FC are stunned in front of their home crowd as Diamond Harbour are through to the final with a 2-1 thrilling win in the semi-final. They will now meet NorthEast United in the final on 23rd August

8:56 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Majcen goal ruled out!

Luka Majcen's goal ruled out for offside as the drama continues late in the tie.

8:50 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: 8 minutes added!

8 minutes of stoppage time left for Bengal to come up with an equaliser on the night. Can they get that goal in front of the home crowd.

8:48 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Superb save by keeper!

The Diamond Harbour produces a brilliant save to deny the equaliser in the 87th minute with the ball flying into the top corner.

8:43 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Justin with the winner!

Justin gets the probable winner for Diamond Harbour in the 83rd minute as the chaos inside the box results in Justin poking the ball into the roof of the net.

8:42 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Miguel hits the crossbar!

Miguel's curling shot from outside of the box hits the crossbar in the 77th minute as there is still nothing to separate the sides with 8 minutes of regulation time left.

8:28 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: 2 goals in 2 minutes!

Anwar Ali makes it 1-1 in a jiffy as his banger from way outside the penalty area gets the equaliser right after conceding the goal. Game on at Salt Lake Stadium

8:27 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Mikel gets the breakthrough!

A bicycle finish by Mikel in the 65th minute to put Diamond Harbour ahead in the 2nd half. The freekick as headed high by the defenders as it fell in the path of Mikel who finished it in style. Goalkeeper afraid to commit to the ball as he concedes a goal.

8:21 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Triple change for Diamond Harbour!

Diamond Harbour make three changes with Angou, Girik and Hali in for the side at the hour mark.

8:17 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Bipin this time!

Bipin with a shot from close range that is deflected above the goal. A string of chances for Bengal now as they look close to getting the breakthrough.

8:15 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Diamantakos misses a sitter!

Diamantakos misses his header from 6 yards out as he puts it wide of the goal from a corner in the 55th minute.. The crowd was visibly frustrated by the missed opportunity.

8:10 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Energetic start to the half!

A more lively start to the 2nd half as Diamond Hardbour on the attack again and get multiple chances but their shot is blocked by the defence. On the other hand Diamantakos got a great chance as he was 1v1 with the goalkeeper from the left flank but shot the ball on the wrong side of the net eventually.

8:05 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: 2nd half begins!

East Bengal make two changes at half-time as Provat and Jeakson come on for the Red and Gold brigade. The 2nd half kicks off on the night.

7:49 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Half-time!

Nothing to separate the sides as both sets of players go into half-time with the score still 0-0. Good chances for both sides but neither of the team has been clinical with their chances so far.

7:47 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: 2 minutes added!

Final minute of added time now on as a brilliant attack by East Bengal is saved by the collective effort of the keeper and the defence.

7:42 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Diamantakos heads it wide!

A good ball into the box by Mahesh as East Bengal's target man Diamantakos heads it wide close to the goal in the 42nd minute. Majority of the attacks have been coming from the left flank with Bipin and Mahesh linking up well.

7:40 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: East Bengal spring back up!

A couple of chances well built attacks by the Bengal side but it didn't turn into something fruitful.

7:34 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Chungnunga booked!

Chungnunga has been booked for a challenge on Justin as he will now miss the final if his side makes it through to the final showdown.

7:30 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Drinks break!

The 30th minute mark sees both players taking a drinks break as it is a pretty even game at th emoment with Diamond Harbour getting the better chances of the half.

7:27 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Justin misses another chance!

Justin misses another chance from close range as a delicate cross from Samuel is shot high above the goal from the right hand side.

7:24 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Samuel hits the crossbar!

Samuel hits the crossbar from inside the box as a golden chance goes begging for Diamond Harbour in the 23rd minute.

7:20 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Good couple of chances for Diamond Harbour!

Justin with a good shot to the near post from the right as he gets his side a corner. But the corner eventually resulted in an East Bengal corner that was well defended by the side in the end.

7:18 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Samuel brought down!

Diamond Harbour's Samuel brought down harshly in the midfield as he is visibly unhappy with the foul not given.

7:15 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Diamantakos isolated till now!

East Bengal's ain goal threat Diamantakos hasn't really got into the game for despite making some good runs in the box. A close chance as the shot by Miguel goes just wide of the goal.

7:11 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: East Bengal doing the early running!

East Bengal FC are keeping possession at the moment as Diamond Harbour keep their defence tight

6:57 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Players out on the tunnel!

The players are out on the tunnel as the kickoff is just minutes away

6:46 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Action to begin soon!

We are less than 15 minutes away from the action to begin in Kolkata. The fans have made their way into the stands as the anticipation builds up for the final four clash.

6:41 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: East Bengal attack looking lethal!

East Bengal’s attacking unit will once again be spearheaded by Dimitrios Diamantakos, who was the star in their derby triumph. The Greek striker is likely to lead the line with confidence, supported by the creative duo of Naorem Mahesh Singh and Miguel Figueira in midfield. The pair has been instrumental in controlling the tempo and unlocking defences with their vision and passing, making East Bengal a well-balanced and potent threat going forward in this crucial semi-final clash.

6:24 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Defending champions watching closely!

The winner of this highly anticipated semi-final showdown will earn the right to face defending champions NorthEast United in the grand finale of the Durand Cup 2025, scheduled for August 23. With a coveted spot in the final on the line, both sides will be eager to bring their best game to the pitch. The matchup promises high stakes, fierce competition, and the chance to challenge the reigning titleholders for ultimate glory.

6:13 PM

Diamond Harbour FC vs East Bengal FC LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Diamond Harbour in good run of form!

Diamond Harbour FC, under the guidance of seasoned coach Kibu Vicuna, have emerged as the tournament’s dark horses, impressing with determined and stylish wins over Mohammedan Sporting and Jamshedpur FC in the knockout stages.