Shillong, July 9 -- The football crazy city of Shillong welcomed back the 134th Durand Cup for the second consecutive year as the city geared up to host Asia's oldest football tournament.

The three trophies of the Durand Cup were showcased here at the State Convention Centre in the presence of Conrad K Sangma, Chief Minister of Meghalaya, who was the Chief Guest of the event.

Also present were Shakliar Warjri, Honourable Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Meghalaya; Air Marshal Surat Singh, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Air Command; and Lt. Gen. Sanjay Malik, General Officer Commanding 101 Area, along with officials of IndianOil Corporation Limited (IOCL).

The three glittering pieces of silverware, the Duran...