Group D wraps up its group stage on Wednesday with a meeting between two Manipur based rivals, as Neroca FC host early pace setters FC Raengdai at the Khuman Lampak Stadium. Raengdai arrive with a perfect record so far, while Neroca need something special to salvage their own campaign in the closing round of fixtures.
Neroca vs FC Raengdai Fixture Details
Here’s what fans need to know before kickoff.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | Durand Cup 2026, Group D |
| Date | Wednesday, August 12, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 4:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Khuman Lampak Stadium, Imphal |
(Source: Flashfootball)
Group D Durand Cup Standings Before Kickoff
Here’s exactly where things stand heading into the final round of Group D fixtures.
| Position | Team | MP | W | D | L | GD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Raengdai | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +2 | 6 |
| 2 | TRAU FC | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| 3 | Indian Navy | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 | Neroca FC | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 1 |
(Source: Flashfootball)
Raengdai sit top of the group with a perfect record and can seal top spot with a win here, while Neroca find themselves bottom of the table with their qualification hopes already hanging by the slimmest of threads.
Form Guide: Raengdai Riding High Against a Struggling Neroca Side
The recent results for both sides make for very different reading.
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| Neroca FC | L, D |
| FC Raengdai | W, W |
(Source: Flashfootball)
Raengdai have won both matches played so far in this Durand Cup, backing up their strong I-League 3 form that earned them promotion. Neroca, by contrast, have failed to win either of their two outings, managing just a draw alongside a defeat, and that lack of a win explains why they sit rock bottom of Group D heading into this final round.
Neroca FC Squad for Durand Cup 2026
Head coach: Raju Yumnam
Neroca are another Manipur based outfit with genuine Durand Cup pedigree, and this deep squad has gone far in past editions of the tournament.
- Goalkeepers: Penand Singh, Naorem Kiranjit Singh, Thounaojam Indrasen
- Defenders: Zidan Singh, Abhinash Singh, Ben Nash Quansah, Mohamed Diouf, Hijam Rohit
- Midfielders: Sushil Singh, Sibajit Singh, Renedy Meitei, Arsan Sarangthem
- Forwards: Rajkumar Singh, Shadrach Lantei Mills, Imarson Meitei, Chabungbam Linky Meitei
(Source: Transfermarkt)
FC Raengdai Squad for Durand Cup 2026
Head coach: Birbal Singh
FC Raengdai earned promotion after a strong I-League 3 campaign and arrive as one of the tournament’s four debutants this year.
- Goalkeepers: Reijipou Gangmei, Suraj Singh, Kamei Pantiga
- Defenders: Thoungamba Singh, Rojen Meitei, Keiphaba Meitei, Naresh Singh, Sendy Mangte
- Midfielders: Nani Singh, Bikramjit Singh, Kishan Singh, Basanta Singh
- Forwards: Gaisuangmei Kamei, Midul Doley, Gailalung Gonmei, Amarjit Singh
(Source: Official Club Website)
For the wider tournament picture on every club’s roster, FootballMint’s Durand Cup 2026 teams and squads guide covers all six groups.
Predicted Lineups for the Group D Finale
Official starting elevens haven’t been confirmed by either club at the time of writing. Given Raengdai’s perfect record so far, expect head coach Birbal Singh to stick largely with the same group, with Midul Doley and Gaisuangmei Kamei likely leading the attack. Neroca, needing a big result to stay in contention, could look to their forward options Rajkumar Singh and Shadrach Lantei Mills to provide a spark up front.
This section will be updated with confirmed lineups once both clubs release their starting elevens closer to kickoff.
Where to Watch Neroca FC vs FC Raengdai
Coverage of this Durand Cup fixture, like the rest of the tournament, runs through Sony Sports Network on TV and the SonyLIV app for streaming. FootballMint’s Durand Cup 2026 live streaming and TV guide breaks down where to find every match across the competition.
FC Raengdai Look to Seal Top Spot in Group D Against a Struggling Neroca Side
FC Raengdai’s perfect start puts them in complete control heading into this final Group D fixture, with a win enough to confirm top spot in the table. Neroca FC, sitting bottom without a win to their name, face a must win scenario if they want any realistic hope of sneaking through as one of the best runners up. Expect Raengdai to go in as clear favourites at Khuman Lampak Stadium, though Manipur derbies rarely go entirely to script.
