KOLKATA: Kolkata giants East Bengal FC will take on debutants South United FC in the opening match of the 134th edition of the Durand Cup at Kolkata's Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Wednesday.
With a revamped squad under Head Coach Oscar Bruzon's guidance, the Red & Gold Brigade aim to start their season on a high note.
After a mixed 2024-25 season, EEB has made some crucial reinforcements to the squad during the current summer transfer window, including key Indian signings like Bipin Singh, Edmund Lalrindika, Martand Raina and Ramsanga, and new overseas additions such as Mohammed Rashid, Miguel Figueira and Kevin Sibille.