Shillong, Aug. 16 -- Shillong Lajong FC came from behind to overcome Indian Navy FT 2-1 in the first quarterfinal of the Durand Cup, which was played here at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium to secure their second consecutive semi-final appearance.

Second-half goals from Damaitphang Lyngdoh and Everbrightson Sana Mylliempdah gave the home side the victory after Vijay Marandi had given Indian Navy the lead in the first half, as per a press release from Durand Cup.

Shillong Lajong started in a 4-3-3 formation with Head Coach Birendra Thapa opting for his trusted frontline of Phrangki Buam, Everbrightson Sana and Sheen Stevenson with Damaitphang Lyngdoh, Treimiki Lamurong and Gladdy Kharbuli in midfield. Rudra Ved and Kenstar Kharshong handled...