Durand Cup 2021 Live Commentary: Delhi FC vs Bengaluru FC

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02:30 PM Hello and welcome to Khel Now's live coverage of Durand Cup 2021. With the group stages now slowing drawing to its end before the knockouts, most teams are fighting to secure a berth in the quarter-finals. In today's game, Delhi FC play Bengaluru FC in a Group C fixture. The latter lead the group while Delhi FC are at the bottom and in a must-win situation. I am Ujyant Ramesh and I will keep you company through this fascinating evening of football.

Delhi FC vs Bengaluru FC build-up

Bengaluru FC had won their inaugural game against ISL rivals Kerala Blasters in a formidable way and a win tomorrow will confirm their spot in the quarter-finals. However, it will be a very important game for the team from Delhi, who are yet to win a match. They are expected to go all guns blazing in this crucial Group C tie. Currently, all teams but Delhi FC sit at 3 points each in Group C.

Speaking about the close encounter with the Indian Navy, Delhi FC coach Yan Law said, “Despite having several opportunities, the team could not convert. The ground conditions were not like we have planned and was hampering our style of play but took us time to adjust. We could have converted and maybe they were solid in defence. We worked on our problems and looked after few areas. We will come back with a more professional brand of football."

On being asked about his views on Delhi FC ahead of the match, Bengaluru FC coach Naushad Moosa said, “It's true that Delhi FC are at the bottom of the table, but in a short group stage like the one in the Durand Cup, their fortunes can change very quickly. They have very good players in their ranks, and their position in the group is not a reflection of the quality they possess. We respect them as opponents, and though we haven't played them before, we've watched a lot of their games and we're going to do our best to be prepared for the challenge.”

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