Northast United FC became the 12th team in the history of Durand Cup to win back-to-back titles after beating Diamond Harbor FC in the final of the 2025 edition on Saturday.
Northeast started his Durand Cup 2025 campaign as a defending champagne after it won the title for the first time in 2024, after beating Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the final on penalties.
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The Highlanders participate in a prestigious list of teams that have won back-to-back titles in the legendary history of the prestigious football competition, the oldest in Asia and the third oldest in the world.
Teams that have won back-to-back durand cup titles
Eastern Bengal
Mohun Bagan
Northeast United FC
Highland Light Infantry
King’s own Scottish border
Black watch
South Wales Borderers
Cameronians (Scottish Rifles)
Lancashire Fusiliers
York and Lancaster Regiment
King’s Shropshire Light Infantry
Border security power
Published on August 23, 2025