| East Bengal FC vs Mohun Bagan | |
| MATCH INFO | |
MATCH :
| East Bengal FC vs Mohun Bagan |
COMPETITION :
| Durand Cup Final |
| DATE: | 03-09-2023 |
TIME:
| 04.00 AM IST (UTC +5:30)
02.30 AM UAE |
STADIUM
| Stadium |
The army bands, along with a diverse array of artists, dancers, daredevils, and other performers, have completed their final dress rehearsal for the closing ceremony of the prestigious 132nd IndianOil Durand Cup. This grand event took place at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) and is poised for Sunday, September 3, 2023.
On this exciting day, the Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Emami East Bengal teams will engage in the highly anticipated 'Kolkata derby' on the same hallowed ground. The coveted title of Durand Cup champions is at stake in this clash, scheduled to commence at 4 pm Indian Standard Time (IST). Fans worldwide can tune in to watch the action live on Sony Ten 2 or via the Sonyliv OTT platform.
Distinguished guests, including the Hon. Governor of West Bengal, Dr. CV Ananda Bose, who will serve as the Chief Guest for the final, will grace this momentous occasion. Notable figures such as Gen. Anil Chauhan, PVSM UYSM AVSM SM VSM, Chief of Defence Services, Indian Armed Forces, Shri. Aroop Biswas, Hon. Minister in Charge of Sports and Youth Affairs, Power, and Housing, Government of West Bengal, and Lt. Gen. Rana Pratap Kalita, PVSM UYSM AVSM SM VSM, Army Commander Eastern Command, Kolkata, will also be in attendance.
The Durand Organizing Committee has meticulously planned an elaborate program leading up to the game, as well as unique entertainment segments during halftime and post-match festivities, all preceding the much-anticipated prize distribution ceremony.