East Bengal seeks redemption against Mohun Bagan as the traditional Kolkata rivals renew Durand Cup battle
East Bengal FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant are set to face off in the 135th Durand Cup final at Salt Lake Stadium. Both teams have shown strong defensive records throughout the tournament, setting the stage for a highly anticipated Kolkata Derby.
Why it matters
The Kolkata Derby is one of the most significant rivalries in Indian sports, and this match determines the winner of a historic national tournament.
East Bengal FC will seek to avenge its only defeat of the season so far when its faces traditional rival Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the final of the 135th Durand Cup at Salt Lake Stadium on Sunday. The famed Kolkata Derby returns to the venue where this edition began four weeks ago, adding another layer to high-stakes contest.
The tournament opened with the derby which Mohun Bagan won 1-0 on July 25, with Sahal Abdul Samad scoring the decisive goal in the second half. Since then East Bengal has been flawless recording emphatic 8-0 and 5-0 group-stage victories before edging Indian Army 1-0 in the quarterfinal and overcoming Sporting Club Delhi via tie-breaker after a goalless semifinal.
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