Making his NorthEast United debut, the goalkeeper produced a fine low diving save to his left to keep the scores level. Just two minutes later, NorthEast United turned defence into attack and took the lead through a beautifully worked move. The FC1 goalkeeper recovered quickly, making another save in the next attack to deny Ajaraie’s left-footed effort. NorthEast United saw out the final stages with relative ease to secure a 3-1 victory, complete a perfect three-from-three group-stage campaign, finish as Group F winners and book their place in the quarter-finals. NorthEast United FC defeated FC1 3-1 in their Durand Cup Group F match.