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Mohun Bagan SG’s attacking talisman, Greg Stewart, currently back in Scotland for minor treatment, might have felt a pang watching his team take on Odisha FC from afar. In his absence, Bagan’s attack, though superior than their opponents, lacked its usual sharpness, falling short in the final-third without that lethal finishing touch. So far, Bagan have secured just one win against a top-ranked team, defeating North East United in a narrow victory. However, in a clash against table-toppers Bengaluru FC, the Mariners suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat. They have claimed convincing victories over the lower-ranked East Bengal FC, Mohammedan SC…

As Mohammedan SC take on East Bengal FC for the first time in the Indian Super League, all eyes will be on Amarjit Singh Kiyam. Having previously played for East Bengal, he now leads Mohammedan’s midfield. The former India U-17 team captain, who also led his side in the FIFA U-17 World Cup, faced a major setback due to injury, which dashed his hopes to some extent. But the Manipuri midfielder has since recovered well and put his career back on track. Tonight, as he takes the field, he will go up against one of his close friends, Jeakson Singh,…

There’s a marked difference between the East Bengal side that played their last ISL game on October 22 against Odisha FC and the team now preparing for this weekend’s derby against Mohammedan SC. Newly appointed head coach Oscar Bruzon has done an impressive job alongside his physical trainer, Javier Sanchez. They quickly identified the areas needing immediate improvement. While it’s still a work in progress, Bruzon has already addressed most of the crucial issues. Before the AFC Challenge League campaign, player fitness was one of the team’s biggest concerns. However, their week-long training camp in Bhutan for the Challenge League…

East Bengal secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the AFC Challenge League 2024 with an impressive 3-2 victory over Nejmeh SC of Lebanon in their final group stage match. After suffering nine consecutive defeats since the Durand Cup quarterfinals, East Bengal turned the tide in the AFC Challenge League, emerging as group toppers with two wins and a draw. With this renewed momentum, they will now hope to carry their winning ways into the domestic league when they resume ISL play on November 9 against local rivals and fellow strugglers, Mohammedan SC. Newly appointed head coach Oscar Bruzon has…

How does it feel to see your team win after nine games? Just ask an East Bengal fan – they would know. From kicking off this season with high hopes, to an early Durand Cup exit and still waiting for a first win in the ISL, East Bengal’s loyal fans have seen it all. Yet, they’ve held on, some even traveling to Bhutan to cheer from the stands for a full 90 minutes. That’s the essence of being a true fan: when the odds are against you, a win becomes that much sweeter. Right now, East Bengal fans are praying…

Mohun Bagan brace for a spirited challenge against Hyderabad FC at the Gachibowli Stadium on Wednesday. The Jose Molina-led Green and Maroon brigade are aiming to give their fans a Diwali gift with a win over the Nizams, while the Yellow Army arrives confident after a commanding 4-0 victory over Mohammedan in their last outing. With two consecutive Kolkata Derby wins and clean sheets, the high-flying Mohun Bagan hopes to extend its winning streak over Hyderabad, having won three out of their last five encounters. However, Molina remains cautious, noting the challenge ahead: “Hyderabad is a mix of youth and…

Mohammedan SC got off to a promising start in their inaugural ISL season. Despite a valiant effort, they narrowly lost their opening match 1-0 to North East United FC, conceding in injury time. However, they bounced back in the next game to secure their first ISL point in a hard-fought draw against FC Goa, although they again conceded late, dashing their hopes of a win. In their third game, they finally announced their arrival with a historic first ISL victory at the Chennaiyin FC’s home ground, positioning themselves as a potential surprise package ahead of their highly anticipated first-ever ISL…

In the picturesque Changlimithang Stadium in Bhutan, East Bengal will face a fresh challenge as Oscar Bruzon and his team take on host Paro FC in their AFC Challenge Cup opener before meeting Basundhara Kings (Bangladesh) and Nejmeh SC (Lebanon). After enduring six consecutive defeats in the ISL, the Red and Gold Brigade are eager for a turnaround against the champions of the recently concluded Bhutan Premier League. This match marks East Bengal FC’s 17th participation in AFC club competitions (2 in the Asian Club Championship, 5 in the Asian Cup Winners’ Cup, 9 in the AFC Cup, and 1…

Even the most ardent East Bengal supporters may now stop dreaming of a Top 6 finish in the ongoing edition of the Indian Super League. Against Odisha FC despite equalizing through Dimitrios Diamantakos’ penalty, the Red and Gold Brigade conceded again in the second half to a Mourtada Fall header, extending their winless streak to six matches this ISL season. In the last two seasons, East Bengal managed to gather some points in the first six games, but this year, despite a significant investment in the transfer window and acquiring some top-quality players, East Bengal has yet to click together…

Pritam Kotal, one of the most reliable defenders in the Indian Super League (ISL), is set to return to his hometown for a special occasion — to play against ISL debutants Mohammedan SC. As a proud Kolkata boy, Pritam takes great pride in having three teams from the city in the ISL and is eagerly anticipating the chance to face the Black Panthers. The Kerala Blasters defender has also expressed his gratitude for the passionate fan support he receives in Kerala, saying it makes him feel at home. In this exclusive interaction with RevSportz, Pritam reminisced about the influence of…