Kerala Blasters and Bengaluru FC will lock horns in the Southern Derby of the 132nd Durand Cup 2023 on Friday, August 18, 2023, at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan (KBK) in Kolkata. The match is scheduled to kick off at 6:00 PM IST.
Both teams are coming into the match to register their first win. Kerala Blasters were held to a 4-2 loss by Gokulam Kerala, while Bengaluru FC drew 1-1 with Indian Air Force. A win in this match will be crucial for both teams’ chances of qualifying for the next round.
Kerala Blasters are the three-time finalists of the Indian Super League (ISL), but they have not been at their best in the Durand Cup so far. They will need to improve their performance if they want to beat Bengaluru FC, who are the defending champions of the tournament.
Bengaluru FC will be confident of beating Kerala Blasters, but they will not be taking the match lightly. The Southern Derby is always a closely contested affair, and this year’s match is expected to be no different.
The match is sure to be a thrilling encounter, and it is one that the fans will not want to miss. The outcome of the match could have a big impact on the qualification hopes of both teams.
Only time will tell what will happen in the Southern Derby, but one thing is for sure: it is sure to be a memorable match.
