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Jamshedpur FC vs SC Delhi Durand Cup 2026 Preview

Date: August 4, 2026

Group C throws up a fascinating litmus test on Tuesday, with early pace setters Jamshedpur FC hosting an SC Delhi side that’s gone six matches without a win. The two clubs know each other well from ISL battles down the years, but this Durand Cup meeting carries its own weight, with Jamshedpur sitting top of the group and looking to open up daylight at the summit.

Jamshedpur FC vs SC Delhi Fixture Details

Here’s the key information before kickoff at Birsa Munda Stadium.

DetailInformation
CompetitionDurand Cup 2026, Group C, Round 2
DateTuesday, August 4, 2026
Kickoff4:00 PM IST (10:30 UTC)
VenueBirsa Munda Stadium, Ranchi
Group C leadersJamshedpur FC (3 points, +5 goal difference)

(Source: FotMob)

Where to Watch the Durand Cup Group C Clash

Fans wanting to catch the action can find full broadcast details through official Durand Cup channels closer to kickoff, with live coverage typically available on Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV for matches in this tournament. FotMob also offers live score updates, commentary and match stats throughout, with FootballMint’s Durand Cup 2026 live streaming and TV guide covering the full list of broadcasters across the competition.

Group C Durand Cup Standings Before Kickoff

Jamshedpur go into this one with a genuine chance to move clear at the top of the group.

PositionTeamPlayedGDPointsForm
1Jamshedpur FC1+53W
2Indian Air Force1+13W
3SC Delhi000–
4Defenders FC2-60L, L

(Source: FotMob)

Worth noting SC Delhi haven’t actually played a Group C fixture yet, which is why they sit on zero points despite a place above Defenders FC. That makes this a genuine opener for them in the competition proper. FootballMint’s Durand Cup 2026 points table tracks how every group stands as results come in.

Jamshedpur FC and SC Delhi Full Squad Lists

Both clubs have named strong squads for their Durand Cup 2026 campaigns, giving each coach plenty of options heading into this Group C fixture.

Jamshedpur FC Squad

Head coach: Kaizad Ambapardiwalla

  • Goalkeepers: Albino Gomes, Amrit Gope, Ritrabrata Sarkar
  • Defenders: Pratik Chaudhari, Sarthak Golui, Stephen Eze, Nikhil Barla, Lazar Cirkovic, Praful Kumar YV, Abhishek Ambekar, Provat Lakra, Leewan Castanha, Ayangsana Meetei, Ronaldo Singh, Soumik Das, Satyajit Das
  • Midfielders: Germanpreet Singh, Rei Tachikawa, Pronay Halder, Mobashir Rahman, Sourav Das, Chawngthu Lalhriatpuia, Kartik Choudhary, Nikola Stojanovic, Mark Zothanpuia, Madih Talal, Raynier Fernandes, Rashithoi Meetei, Sachin Singh, Rayan C, Lawmsangzuala
  • Forwards: Manvir Singh, Mohammed Sanan, Sreekuttan VS, Gabriel Rosenberg, Heerangamba Seram, Alvyn Kheram, Raphaël Messi Bouli, Aman CK, Devendra Murgaonkar

(Source: Official Club Website)

SC Delhi Squad

Head coach: Tomasz Tchorz

  • Goalkeepers: Nora Fernandes, Vishal Yadav, Tajamul Islam
  • Defenders: Duván Viáfara, Lamgoulen Hangshing, Mohammed Kaif, Clarence Fernandes, Sanatomba Singh, Manoj Mohammed, Ashutosh Mehta, Akshat Mehra, Lamgoulen Semkholun, Deva Nandan
  • Midfielders: David Richard Ndayishimiye, Lalrinliana Hnamte, Augustine Lalrochana, Mohammed Aimen, Ayush Adhikari, Mohammed Azhar, Sourav K, Kharon Subba, Ebenezer Amoh, Diamond Singh
  • Forwards: Joseph Sunny, Ramhlunchhunga, Alan Saji, Victor Britto

(Source: Official Club Website)

Nikola Stojanovic’s presence in that Jamshedpur midfield list is worth flagging on its own, given he’s the man who rescued a point against SC Delhi with a late equaliser the last time these two sides met in the ISL. For the wider tournament picture on who’s turning out where, FootballMint’s Durand Cup 2026 teams and squads guide has every club’s full list.

Jamshedpur FC and SC Delhi Recent Form Guide

The contrast in current form between these two sides is stark, and it’s worth breaking down properly.

Jamshedpur FC form:

  • Have scored 11 goals across their last five matches in all competitions.
  • Hold the most clean sheets of any side in the competition, with one so far.
  • Opened their Durand Cup campaign with a 5-0 win over Defenders FC.

SC Delhi form:

  • Have scored 4 goals across their last five matches in all competitions.
  • Haven’t won in their last six matches in any competition.
  • Yet to play their opening Group C fixture in this year’s Durand Cup.

(Source: FotMob)

That gap in recent scoring output alone tells you why Jamshedpur go into this as strong favourites. A defence that’s already kept a clean sheet in the group stage adds to a picture that looks tough for SC Delhi to break down.

Jamshedpur vs SC Delhi Head to Head Record

These two clubs have crossed paths more than a dozen times across ISL and Super Cup competition, and the record clearly favours the home side tonight.

RecordTotal
Jamshedpur FC wins7
SC Delhi wins2
Draws5

(Source: FotMob)

Their most recent meeting came in the ISL on March 19, when a late equaliser from Nikola Stojanović rescued a 1-1 draw for Jamshedpur. Before that, Jamshedpur beat SC Delhi 2-0 in last year’s Super Cup, and the two sides shared a 3-2 thriller back in February 2023. Across the full head to head, Jamshedpur have simply had the better of this fixture far more often than not.

Key Battle to Watch in This Durand Cup Fixture

Jamshedpur’s attacking output has been the story of their tournament so far, and that will be tested against an SC Delhi side that hasn’t conceded in either of their two most recent competitive outings before this campaign, having posted back to back 0-0 draws in their last ISL matches. If SC Delhi can find defensive solidity here, they have a genuine chance of frustrating a Jamshedpur side that’s been ruthless in front of goal. But breaking their own six match winless run at the other end remains the bigger question mark hanging over this SC Delhi side.

Jamshedpur FC Look to Extend Their Perfect Start Against a Winless SC Delhi Side

Jamshedpur FC’s opening day form and their strong historical record against SC Delhi make them clear favourites heading into this Group C clash. SC Delhi arrive with defensive resilience in recent outings but a troubling lack of goals and results to show for it. A win tonight would put Jamshedpur firmly in control of Group C, while SC Delhi will simply be looking for signs of life in their first Durand Cup outing of the campaign.

About the Author

Tanmay Deshmukh is a football analyst at FootballMint.in and a former player in the Indian football leagues. A career ending injury forced him to step away from professional football, but not from the game itself. He shifted his focus to match analysis and storytelling around the sport. Tanmay founded FootballMint to simplify tactics, share insights, and help Indian football reach a broader audience.

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