Mohun Bagan Vs East Bengal LIVE Score, Durand Cup 2026: Sahal Gives MBSG Lead Against EBFC In Kolkata Derby

Goal-scorer Sahal and Nassiri are replaced by Drazic and Tangri. Elsewhere, Rohit Kumar and Rohit Danu are replaced by Rashid and PV Vishnu.

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It appears that East Bengal is preparing to implement some changes, as Antonio Lopez Habas is seen giving instructions to PV Vishnu from the sidelines.

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We have a goal! Sahal has given the Mariners lead. Finally we have lift-off in the match and this will now make East Bengal to attack more and not sit in their own half. Nassiri, central to the build-up, evades a challenge and then delivers a cut-in from the right. It's a beautiful cross that evades all the East Bengal defenders, allowing Sahal Abdul Samad to tap it into the net!

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East Bengal kicks off the second half, shooting from left to right. No changes for either side since the break.

EBFC 0-0 MBSG 46'

East Bengal dominated the closing stages of the first half but have been unable to create something fruitful in front of goal. Both sides go in the break with 0-0 scoreline.

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We have the first official booking of the game as Kiyan Nassiri gets booked for showing dissent towards the referee for not giving him a foul.

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A fantastic opportunity arises for the men in red and gold! East Bengal advances towards the goal as David Hmar receives a beautiful pass from the midfield. David maneuvers in, deceives a defender with a feint, and takes a shot, but his attempt is thwarted! A significant chance for East Bengal.

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Mohun Bagan's request for a penalty is denied by the referee! A cross delivered from the right by Manvir finds Sahal on the left side of the box. Sahal attempts a shot, but it is intercepted by an East Bengal defender. Sahal passionately claims a handball, yet the referee allows the game to continue. Upon reviewing the footage, it appears that the ball did indeed hit the arm of the East Bengal defender, but one could argue that the hand was not in an unnatural position.

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There has been no goal yet with chances with minimal threat at either ends. A long ball is sent over to East Bengal's Bipin on the right wing, where he finds space to advance. He glances up and attempts to deliver a pass into the box, but Mehtab positions himself effectively and clears the ball from danger.

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Mohun Bagan has an opportunity now as Thapa delivers a cross from the right side. However, the East Bengal defense stands firm and successfully clears the ball from any threat.

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Rohit Danu receives the ball just outside the box and takes a chance with a low shot. However, Kaith was well-positioned and makes a straightforward save. It's a pleasant and open beginning to the Derby!

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Huge cheers as Mohun Bagan kicks off the match as well as the Durand Cup, shooting from left to right.

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East Bengal and Mohun Bagan last faced off in the Indian Super League in May. This will be their first meet since.

The Durand Cup Group A clash between East Bengal FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant will be played on Saturday at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake stadium) in Kolkata. The match is scheduled to kick off at 5 p.m. IST.