Durand Cup 2025 HIGHLIGHTS, Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United semis: NEUFC win 1-0, reach final
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United HIGHLIGHTS: Redeem's 35th minute goal does the trick for the Highlanders who have booked their 2nd consecutive final berth tonight.
NorthEast United
The Durand Cup 2025 semi-final between Shillong Lajong and defending champions NorthEast United delivered intense moments and fierce competition at the packed stadium in Shillong, with NorthEast United emerging victorious 1-0 to secure their place in the final for the second consecutive year.
The match started with NorthEast United asserting early dominance, controlling possession and pressing high. Their efforts paid off in the 35th minute when Redeem Tlang unleashed a spectacular long-range strike that found the back of the net, giving the visitors the crucial lead. Despite conceding, Shillong Lajong fought back, gradually gaining momentum. Key attackers Phrangki Buam and Figo Syndai created several promising chances but couldn’t find the equalizer before halftime.
Adding an unusual twist to the match, the referee suffered a calf injury midway through the first half. After treatment by NorthEast United’s physios on the pitch, the referee was unable to continue and was replaced by an assistant referee. This incident caused a six-minute injury stoppage before the half concluded.
The second half saw Shillong Lajong ramp up their attacking efforts, desperately searching for an equalizer. However, NorthEast United demonstrated effective game management, maintaining possession and limiting their opponents’ opportunities. The Highlanders’ hopes were further dented when a late goal by Wadajeid was ruled out for offside.
As the match entered the final minutes, the tension rose. Shillong’s number 9 Tongper was booked for a foul on NorthEast goalkeeper Gurmeet, who took his time preparing for a last-minute free-kick. Despite the Highlanders’ persistent pressure and a few clashes leading to brief injury treatments for players like Alaaeddine Ajaraie and the Shillong goalkeeper, NorthEast United held firm.
The match concluded with six minutes of added time, during which Shillong Lajong nearly capitalized on a late corner but ultimately fell short. NorthEast United’s resilience and tactical discipline ensured a hard-fought 1-0 win, booking their spot in the Durand Cup 2025 final and continuing their quest to defend the title.
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United Durand Cup 2025 Starting 11:
Shillong Lajong starting 11: Siwel Rymbai, Kenstar Kharshong, Saveme Tariang, Kitboklang Khyriem, Rudra Ved, Treimiki Lamurong, Gladdy Kharbuli, Phrangki Buam, Damaitphang Lyngdoh, Everbrightson Sana Mylliempdah, Figo Syndai
NorthEast United starting 11: Arman Tamang, Tondonba Singh, Soraisham Singh, Robin Yadav, Bekey Oram, Macarton Louis Nickson, Mohammed Arshaf Attakulayan, Jose Manuel Nunez Martin, Jairo Samperio, Alaeddine Ajaraie, Huidrom Thoi-Singh
8:58 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Defending champions march on!
NorthEast United are into their 2nd consecutive final of the Durand Cup 2025 as they win the NorthEast derby 1-0 on the night.
8:57 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Gurmeet brought down!
NorthEast goalkeeper Gurmeet is brought down after taking the ball as Tongper, Shillong's number 9 is booked. Gurmeet takes all the time in launching the freekick as the final minute is up now.
8:54 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Shillong goal ruled out!
Wadajeid's late goal has been ruled out for offside as he almost brought the crowd to a loud cheer on the night.
8:52 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: 6 minutes added!
Shillong get a corner on the 90-minute mark as 6 minutes have been added to the tie now.
8:50 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Ajaraie down!
A coming together between Ajaraie and the Shillong goalkeeper as both players receive treatment. However, both of them shrug it off and continue to play in the final moments of the game now.
8:46 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Final 5 minutes of normal time!
The final 5 minutes of regulation time as there is still no goal in the half. NorthEast United happy to keep the ball and wait for chances.
8:42 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Redeem booked!
A harsh tackle on Abhay by Redeem who is booked for the offence. Abhay has been positive for the Red Dragons since coming on as his side is still on the hunt for an equaliser.
8:30 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Final 20 minutes!
Shillong is not getting their fair share of chances in the 2nd half as the final 20 minutes are going on with the game still hanging by a thread. Only one goal separating the sides still.
8:25 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: All Highlanders at the moment!
Ajaraei shoots his chance a bit high off the crossbar as NorthEast United are pushing for a second now.
8:15 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: NorthEast keeping possession!
While Shillong are trying to disrupt play to create chances of their own, NorthEast United have sort of begun their game management at the moment and are keeping the ball quite comfortably for now.
8:07 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: 2nd half kicks off!
NorthEast United kick off the 2nd half as they would look to kill the tie with another goal as soon as possible. Shillong on the other hand need a lot of efforts in the final 45 minutes to get level now.
7:51 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Half-time!
The Highlanders go into the dressing room with a 1-0 lead as the tie has been an end-to-end battles in the first 45 minutes.
7:47 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: 6 minutes added!
6 minutes added to injury time as the referee too took some time out of the tie with his unusual injury.
7:37 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Redeem with a banger!
Redeem scores a banger in the 35th minute to get the highlanders ahead in the semis tie.
7:29 PM
Shillong Lajong vs NorthEast United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Referee needing treatment now!
The referee has apparently pulled his calf and is need of some treatment as the NorthEast physios tend to him.
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First Published: Aug 19 2025 | 6:05 PM IST
