The Tamil Nadu-based side finished their group-stage campaign at the summit of Group B and look determined to bring back the trophy they held aloft in 2018-19.
East Bengal FC have delivered a solid debut season, finishing in third place in Group A after a 1-0 win over HOPS FC on Friday. The Red and Gold Brigade have come a long way since their 2-8 hammering at the hands of Gokulam Kerala FC on their opening day, picking up 13 points in their next six games to secure a commendable quarterfinal spot.
Sethu FC emerged toppers of a tightly-fought Group A. After five straight wins, they fended off challenges from Kickstart FC and Odisha FC to remain at the top of the table, drawing both games 0-0. The Madurai side are the only other unbeaten side alongside Gokulam Kerala FC in the competition so far.