SC Delhi will eye a spot in the Durand Cup 2026 quarter-finals when they take on Indian Air Force FT at the Birsa Munda Stadium in Ranchi on Monday, a venue hosting the tournament for the first time in its history. The capital side sit top of Group C with back to back wins, and a commanding victory here would put qualification firmly in their hands.
Match Details: SC Delhi vs Indian Air Force FT Kickoff Information
Here’s what fans need to know before kickoff tonight.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | Durand Cup 2026, Group C |
| Date | Monday, August 10, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Birsa Munda Stadium, Ranchi |
| Group standing | SC Delhi 1st (6 points), Indian Air Force FT 3rd |
(Source: Khel Now)
For the full Group C picture and how this fixture affects the wider standings, FootballMint’s Durand Cup 2026 points table has every group’s latest positions.
The Stakes: SC Delhi Chase a Third Straight Win
Both sides arrive with contrasting stories heading into this Group C clash.
SC Delhi: Fresh off a decent run in the ISL 2025-26 season, SC Delhi have carried their attractive brand of football into the Durand Cup. Strong signings have added real depth to the squad, and they’ve already beaten Jamshedpur FC before thrashing Defenders FC 7-0 in their second match. A win here would secure their spot in the quarter-finals.
Indian Air Force FT: The services side have only played one group game so far, a win over Defenders FC, and they know SC Delhi represent a significant step up in quality. Their focus now shifts to maintaining a compact defensive shape against SC Delhi’s attacking approach, with a draw looking like a realistic target given the gap in form between the two sides.
Team News
Both camps head into this one with clean bills of health.
- Indian Air Force FT are likely to have a fully fit squad available.
- SC Delhi are also likely to have a fully fit squad available.
(Source: Khel Now)
Head to Head Record
Neither team has played against each other before, so this will be a first ever competitive meeting between SC Delhi and Indian Air Force FT.
Predicted Lineups for the Group C Clash
Here’s how both sides are expected to line up in Ranchi.
| Indian Air Force FT (4-4-2) | SC Delhi (4-4-2) |
|---|---|
| Subhajit Basu (GK) | Nora Fernandes (GK) |
| Jijo Jeron | Ashutosh Mehta |
| Sahil Singh | Manoj Mohammed |
| Umar Farooq | Lamgoulen Hangshing |
| Mohd Aqib | Clarence Fernandes |
| Alkesh AS | Lalrinliana Hnamte |
| Samuel K V | Augustine Lalrochana |
| Ashik Rahman | Mohammed Azhar |
| MD Danish | Mohammed Aimen |
| Aman Khan | Joseph Sunny |
| Naorem Somananda | Rodriguinho |
(Source: Khel Now)
Players to Watch in the Group C Showdown
Two in-form forwards could end up deciding this match.
Naorem Somananda (Indian Air Force FT): The Manipur born midfielder scored a stunning first half strike as Indian Air Force beat Defenders FC 2-1 in their opener, with an own goal completing the win. Often deployed as a CAM or false nine, Somananda started that game as a striker within the team’s compact 4-4-2 setup, and his contribution will be crucial against a stronger SC Delhi side.
Rodriguinho (SC Delhi): The Brazilian forward has been sensational since joining SC Delhi ahead of this season. He scored five goals in a single match against Defenders FC during that 7-0 win, including a hat-trick inside just six minutes, netting in the sixth, eighth and twelfth minutes. That haul currently makes him the Durand Cup 2026 top scorer and the man leading the race for the Golden Boot.
Where to Watch SC Delhi vs Indian Air Force FT
Fans can catch the match through the following broadcast options.
- Streaming: Sony LIV
- TV: Sony Ten 2
(Source: Khel Now)
FootballMint’s Durand Cup 2026 live streaming and TV guide has the full broadcaster list for every fixture across the tournament.
SC Delhi Look to Seal Quarter Final Qualification Against a Determined Indian Air Force FT Side
SC Delhi’s attacking form, spearheaded by Golden Boot leader Rodriguinho, makes them clear favourites to secure a third straight win and book their place in the knockout stage. Indian Air Force FT will need a disciplined defensive performance to keep the gap close, with Naorem Somananda offering their best route to causing an upset. Kickoff at the newly christened Durand Cup venue in Ranchi is set for 7:00 PM IST.
