2009 Durand Cup
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2009 Durand Cup
The 2009 Durand Cup was the 122nd edition of one of the oldest football tournaments in Asia, held in India from October 3 to October 18, 2009. Organized by the Durand Football Tournament Society, the tournament featured a prominent lineup of teams, including various clubs from the I-League, the second division, and armed forces teams. AFC Cup 2009 champion, Mahindra United, emerged as the winner, claiming their first Durand Cup title since 2001, by defeating East Bengal in the final. The tournament served as a platform for showcasing emerging talent in Indian football and enhancing the sport's popularity across the nation. The event underscored the historical significance of the tournament, which traces its origins back to 1888.