East Bengal FC will lock horns with the Indian Air Force on Sunday in what will be their final Group A outing of the Durand Cup.
The Red & Gold Brigade head into the clash riding high after edging past Namdhari FC 1-0 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan. It was a dream debut for new recruit Hamid Ahadad, who came off the bench to net the match-winner and seal all three points for the Kolkata heavyweights.
That victory propelled Oscar Bruzon’s side to the top of the Group A standings with a perfect six points from two matches, setting the stage for a strong finish to the group phase.
Indian Air Force, meanwhile, head into this fixture with nothing but pride left to play for, having been mathematically ruled out of the knockout race after mustering just a single point from their opening two outings.
Propping up the table alongside them are South United FC, also on one point—their only reward coming from a stalemate against the Airmen earlier in the tournament.
The Sporting News takes you through a preview of East Bengal's clash with Air Force FC and all the latest betting advice.
East Bengal vs Indian Air Force predictions, tips, bet builder and odds for Durand Cup
Here’s a breakdown of the latest favourites and odds heading into this game.
| Date | Match | Team 1 Odds | Team 2 Odds | Draw |
| July 13 | East Bengal vs. Air Force | 1.10 | 17.00 | 9.20 |
All odds are correct at time of publish with firms listed. Click links to bet.
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BET 1: East Bengal to win both halves (1.80 to 1, Dafabet)
East Bengal heads into this clash as overwhelming favorites. They kept their perfect run intact with a gritty yet thoroughly dominant 1-0 victory over Namdhari FC. The scoreline may have hinted at a tight contest, but the hosts were in complete control from the first whistle to the last, shutting out their opponents so effectively that Namdhari failed to muster even a single attempt on goal.
Before that, the trio of Dimitrios Diamantakos, Bipin Singh, and Naorem Mahesh Singh had turned on the style in a dazzling 5-0 dismantling of South United FC, thrilling the home faithful with wave after wave of attacking brilliance.
With a solid track record at home and Air Force's patchy form, everything points toward another convincing win for the Red and Gold Brigade. Don't be surprised if they cruise to victory by a margin of two or three goals, winning both halves along the way, courtesy of their sharp attack.
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BET 2: East Bengal win & clean sheet (2.04 to 1, Dafabet)
For East Bengal FC, the mission is crystal clear—keep the winning streak alive and stride into the knockout rounds with an unblemished record. Sitting pretty at the top of the group won’t dull their hunger, as this clash still carries plenty of weight in their bid to build momentum and send a strong message to the rest of the competition.
Given their imperious home form and the Indian Air Force side’s ongoing woes in front of goal, the odds are firmly stacked in the Red & Gold Brigade’s favour.
Expect them to dictate proceedings, dominate both halves, with a watertight defence to deliver another statement win.
East Bengal vs Indian Air Force predicted score and most likely results
Here’s some of the most likely results for this match-up, according to Dafabet. Odds are correct at the time of publish.
| Result | Odds |
| East Bengal 1-0 | 16.00 |
| East Bengal 2-1 | 11.00 |
| East Bengal 2-0 | 9.20 |
| Air Force 1-0 | 70.00 |
| Air Force 2-1 | 50.00 |
| Draw 1-1 | 21.00 |
How to watch East Bengal vs Indian Air Force in Durand Cup 2025
- Date: Sunday, August 10, 2025
- Venue: Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata, India
- Time: 7 p.m. IST
- TV/Streaming: Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV
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