2004 Federation Cup was the 26th edition of the prestigious Federation Cup tournament, organised by All India Football Federation. Dempo SC lifted their inaugural trophy in this edition.
Teams Total 16 teams i.e. 12 National Football League teams and top-4 second division sides of that season participated in this edition.
Bracket
Prelims
Quarter-finals
Semi-finals
Final
Cristiano Junior collided with Mohun Bagan goalkeeper Subrata Pal, in the 78th minute after scoring the winning goal of final match. While scoring his second goal after chasing the ball into the box, he collided with the keeper, staggered away and then collapsed. Attempts to revive him were unsuccessful. He was declared dead on bringing the body into nearby hospital.
References
External links RSSSF