The Durand Cup, Asia's oldest football competition, will see Indian outfit Jamshedpur FC take on Tribhuvan Army FC of Nepal in their Group C opener at JRD Tata Sports Complex today. Here's all you need to know about Jamshedpur FC vs Tribhuvan Army football match.
The Durand Cup is significant not only for its historical pedigree but also as a crucial opportunity for clubs to gain prestige and trophy success outside regular league campaigns. It serves as a platform for younger and less-established players to showcase their talent on a national stage. NorthEast United defeated 17-time champions Mohun Bagan in the 2024 final.
Jamshedpur FC vs Tribhuvan Army: Team Profiles
Based in Jamshedpur and owned by Tata Steel, Jamshedpur FC play in Indian Super League (ISL), the country's top-tier football competition. The club began in 2017, and 'the Men of Steel' have since become a competitive outfit in the ISL. The JRD Tata Sports Complex, their home ground, draws a significant number of local football supporters.
In the last edition, Jamshedpur FC finished second in Group D behind 2005 champions Indian Army and failed to make the knock-outs. They enter the 2025 edition as the AIFF Super Cup runners-up and the ISL semi-finalists.
Tribhuvan Army Football Club, also known as Nepal Army FC, have been competing in the Durand Cup as 'Guest invitees' since 2023. The Nepalese Army operates this club, and the team features the country's leading players, including skipper Bharat Khawas.
Known for their disciplined approach, Tribhuvan Army are making their third consecutive appearance in the Durand Cup. In the 2024 edition, they registered one win (vs Rangdajied United) and lost two to finish third in Group F, behind Shillong Lajong and FC Goa.
Indian Army and 1 Ladakh FC are the other two clubs in Group C.
Jamshedpur FC vs Tribhuvan Army, Durand Cup 2025 - Live Streaming Details
When and where will the Jamshedpur FC vs Tribhuvan Army match of the Durand Cup 2025 be played?
The Jamshedpur FC vs Tribhuvan Army match of Durand Cup 2025 will be played at JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand July 24, 2025 (Thursday). The match will start at 5:30 pm IST.
Where to live-stream Jamshedpur FC vs Tribhuvan Army, Durand Cup 2025 Group C match?
The Durand Cup 2025, Group C match between Jamshedpur FC and Tribhuvan Army will be streamed live on the Sony LIV app and website. Live telecast of the Durand Cup football matches will be available on the Sony TEN 2 and Sony TEN 2 HD TV channels in India.
Durand Cup's International Participation And Origins
The Durand Cup has intermittently featured foreign teams; these teams primarily hail from neighbouring countries such as Nepal and Bangladesh. The participation of foreign military and club teams fosters regional sportsmanship and promotes international camaraderie. Their involvement adds a cross-border dimension and raises the competitive standard.
The tournament has maintained strong links with the Indian Army since its inception. First held in 1888, the Durand Cup is Asia's oldest football tournament and also among the oldest globally. Sir Mortimer Durand founded the tournament in Shimla, British India.
It was originally conceived to promote sportsmanship among British troops and Indian soldiers, and after independence, the Indian Army continued its patronage, remaining its principal organiser. The Army's continued stewardship lends the cup a strong sense of tradition, discipline, and national pride.
Durand Cup Prize Money
While the prize money has fluctuated over the years, in recent editions, the winner typically receives around INR 50 lakhs, while runners-up and semi-finalists also receive significant monetary awards, incentivising high performance. In fact, the total prize money for the Durand Cup 2025 has been increased to INR 3 Crore, nearly tripling the previous amount. The top three individual award winners will receive SUVs.
The Durand Cup remains one of the world’s oldest continuously running football competitions and is preceded in age globally by only a handful of tournaments. Globally, the oldest existing football tournaments include the FA Cup (England, started in 1871) and the Scottish Cup (Scotland, 1873).
Its longevity and military association make it unique, especially in an Asian context where such long-standing sports traditions are rare. The timeline of the Durand Cup closely traces not only the history of Indian football but also wider South Asian sporting evolution.
