Durand Cup 2022 Live Commentary: East Bengal Vs Rajasthan United

5:30 PM: Hello everyone and welcome to Khel Now’s LIVE COVERAGE of the East Bengal Vs Rajasthan United match in Durand Cup 2022. The kick-off is just half an hour away! I’m your host Uttiyo Sarkar, and I’ll be keeping you company through what promises a fascinating evening of football. Please wait for 30 Seconds for the Live blog to load.

East Bengal Vs Rajasthan United: Build-up

The situation in Group B of Durand Cup 2022 looks intense. With ATK Mohun Bagan splitting points with Mumbai City, the group is now an open one. Thus, it’s clear that both East Bengal and Rajasthan United will need all three points from this game to move a step closer to the knockout stage.

East Bengal have earned just a point in their previous outing. After the Rajasthan United fixture, they’ll be up against ATK Mohun Bagan. Despite the happenings of the last few days, it can be asserted that the Mariners are a stronger side at least on paper. Thus, East Bengal will be aiming for a victory against Rajasthan United. This will help in increasing their morale ahead of the Kolkata derby and elevating their position in the group as well.

Have Rajasthan United just replaced Gokulam Kerala to emerge as the new giant killers of India? May be yes. The Pink Army need not be complacent and should take the East Bengal game seriously. They still have to play against Mumbai City, who are undoubtedly one of the strongest Indian sides. Thus, three points against East Bengal will boost the confidence of the Rajasthan-based outfit. Also, another victory against a Kolkata Giant will help the four-year-old club to mark its entrance into the Indian setting.

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Team news

Mahitosh Roy has been dropped by Stephen Constantine from the senior squad. However, whether it will affect his foray in the Durand Cup is a question yet to be answered. Meanwhile, Naorem Mahesh Singh had suffered an injury against Indian Navy. He is not expected to be available against Rajasthan United. Charalambos Kyriakou hadn’t been registered before the Indian Navy game. But he will be available for selection against Rajasthan United.

The Pink Army will have a fully fit squad going into the game against East Bengal.

This is the first time East Bengal and Rajasthan United will play against each other.