NorthEast United FC defeated Shillong Lajong FC 5-2 on Aug 17, 2026 in the Quarter-Final of the Durand Cup at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Shillong, in a convincing win.
Alaaeddine Ajaraie registered a classy hat-trick for NorthEast United FC (11’, 58’, 69’). Figo Syndai brought Shillong Lajong FC back on level terms in the 20’. Tche Tche put Shillong Lajong FC in front in the 34’. Ethyan Gonzalez equalised for NorthEast United FC in the 55’. Jithin Madathil Subran further strengthened NorthEast United FC’s position in the 79’. The result saw NorthEast United FC come from behind to secure the win.