First time going paperless, Durand Cup returns with Kolkata at the centre of the action

Kolkata is once again at the heart of Indian football as the 135th edition of the IndianOil Durand Cup approaches kick-off, but this year comes with a notable first , the tournament is set to go paperless. The move signals a shift towards a more modern, digital matchday experience, even as one of the world’s oldest football competitions holds firmly onto its legacy. The development comes as the Trophy Tour culminated in the city, bringing the iconic silverware to Kolkata ahead of the July 25 opener.