In its first win of the season across all competitions, East Bengal dominated Bashundhara Kings in a 4-0 victory at the AFC Challenge League match in Thimpu. With Oscar Bruzon leading the team, the chilly weather in Thimphu did not slow down the East Bengal side as they secured their spot in the next round while Bashundhara Kings was knocked out.
Bashundhara Kings vs East Bengal FC: A Rivalry Renewed
Background
Bashundhara Kings and East Bengal FC are two powerhouses of South Asian club football. Bashundhara Kings is the reigning Bangladesh Premier League champion, while East Bengal FC is a traditional giant of Indian football. The two clubs have faced off in several memorable matches over the years, including in the AFC Cup and AFC Champions League.
AFC Challenge League Playoff Match
The latest chapter in the Bashundhara Kings vs East Bengal FC rivalry was written on August 25, 2022, in Thimpu, Bhutan. The match was the first leg of the AFC Challenge League playoff round, with the winner advancing to the group stage of the competition.
East Bengal FC dominated the match from the start, with Oscar Bruzon leading the charge. The Spanish forward scored a brace, while Naorem Singh and Abu Sayed rounded out the scoring in a 4-0 victory.
Aftermath
East Bengal FC's victory not only secured their place in the next round of the AFC Challenge League but also sent Bashundhara Kings crashing out of the competition. The result was a major disappointment for the Bangladeshi champions, who had been hoping to make a run at the title.
FAQs
1. Who is Oscar Bruzon? Oscar Bruzon is a Spanish striker who joined East Bengal FC in 2022. He has been a key player for the club, scoring several important goals.
2. Why was the match played in Thimpu, Bhutan? The match was played in Thimpu, Bhutan, due to the ongoing political unrest in Bangladesh.
3. What is the AFC Challenge League? The AFC Challenge League is a third-tier club competition in Asia. The winner of the competition earns a spot in the AFC Cup, a second-tier club competition in Asia.
4. Who is the current coach of Bashundhara Kings? The current coach of Bashundhara Kings is Oscar Bruzon.
5. Who won the last match between Bashundhara Kings and East Bengal FC? East Bengal FC won the last match between the two teams, 4-0.
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