We examine all details about the Durand Cup 2024, which culminated on Saturday along with the winner and runner up prize money
NorthEast United secured their first-ever major title by winning the Durand Cup 2024 in a dramatic final against the defending champions, Mohun Bagan Super Giants, on August 31. Despite trailing 2-0 at halftime, NorthEast United staged a stunning comeback, eventually triumphing 4-3 on penalties. Notably, the 2024 Durand Cup, marked its 133rd edition.
Durand Cup 2024 final winner and runner up prize money, golden glove, boot and full awards winners list
Defending champions Mohun Bagan SG, who had triumphed over East Bengal in the 2023 final, were upstaged by NorthEast United in the 2024 Durand Cup Final. This victory marked NorthEast United’s first-ever win in the tournament’s history.
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Durand Cup 2024 Mohun Bagan SG vs NorthEast United final results, winner, score, and prize money
Mohun Bagan took an early lead with Jason Cummings converting a penalty in the 12th minute. As halftime approached, Liston Colaco’s precise cross found Sahal Abdul Samad, who doubled the lead with a well-timed volley. However, NorthEast United dominated the second half, with Guillermoโs introduction proving pivotal. Ajarie scored in the 59th minute to reduce the deficit, and Guillermo quickly followed up with a volley to equalize at 2-2.
The match went into a penalty shootout, where controversy arose as Cummings was allowed to retake his missed penalty due to the NEUFC goalkeeper stepping off the line. Cummings converted on his second attempt, but MBSG captain Subhashish Bose missed his crucial penalty, sealing NorthEast United’s historic victory and their first piece of silverware.
we examine the awards winners list and prize money:
| Prize | Recipient | Amount |
| Champions | NorthEast United | โน60ย lakhย (US$72,000) |
| Runner-ups | Mohun Bagan SG | โน30ย lakhย (US$36,000) |
| Golden glove | Gurpreet Singh Sandhu | โน3ย lakhย (US$3,600) |
| Golden boot | Noah Sadaoui | โน3ย lakhย (US$3,600) |
| Golden ball | Jithin MS | โน5ย lakhย (US$6,000) |