Kerala Blasters eye their maiden ISL title when they clash with Hyderabad FC at Fatorda in Goa later tonight. Here is a glance at the major triumphs by Kerala clubs at the national level.

 

Kerala Police - Federation Cup, 1990

 

Kerala Police became the first team from Kerala to win the prestigious inter-club tournament at Thrissur. They beat Salgaocar Goa 2-1 in the final riding on a brace by striker C V Pappachan.

 

Kerala Police - Federation Cup, 1991

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Kerala Police successfully defended their title next year. They beat Mahindra & Mahindra 2-0 after extra time in the competition held at Kannur.

 

FC Kochin - Durand Cup, 1997

 

India's first professional football club FC Kochi became the first Kerala team to win the Durand Cup - Asia's oldest football tournament in 1997. They outplayed Mohun Bagan 3-1 in the final held at Kolkata.

 

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Gokulam Kerala - Durand Cup, 2019

 

Gokulam Kerala emulated FC Kochin's feat in the 2019 edition of the Durand Cup. The Malabarians edged out home favourites Bagan 2-1 in the final.

 

Gokulam Kerala - I-League, 2020-21

 

Gokulam Kerala made history by becoming the first Kerala team to win the I-League title last season. 

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