Shillong, Aug. 20 -- Redeem Tlang's first-half goal was enough for defending champions NorthEast United FC to book their place in the finals of the 134th Durand Cup, edging past a spirited Shillong Lajong FC in a repeat of last edition's semi-finals, as per a press release.

Shillong Lajong head coach stuck to his favoured 4-3-3 formation with the frontline of Phrangki Buam, Everbrightson Sana, and Sheen Stevenson, with Damaitphang Lyngdoh, Gladdy Kharbuli, and Figo Syndai, who was preferred in place of Treimiki Lamurong, starting in the midfield. The defence was handled by Rudra Ved and Kenstar Kharshong in the middle and Kitboklang Khyriem and Saveme Tariang as wing backs with Siwel Rymbai guarding the goal.

Juan Pedro Benali named his...