In a highly anticipated clash, East Bengal emerged victorious over rivals Mohun Bagan in the Calcutta Football League. After a scoreless first half, the Red & Gold Brigaders upped the ante in the second half and secured a 2-1 win. Despite Mohun Bagan's late goal, it wasn't enough to overturn East Bengal's lead. Here's a breakdown of the player ratings from this nail-biting match.
East Bengal Triumphs in Fierce Kolkata Derby
The Calcutta Football League (CFL) witnessed a captivating encounter between arch-rivals East Bengal FC and Mohun Bagan AC in the highly anticipated Kolkata Derby. In an intense battle, East Bengal emerged victorious with a narrow 2-1 margin.
Match Summary
The first half remained a stalemate, with both teams failing to break the deadlock. However, East Bengal seized control after the interval and took the lead through a goal from Charalambos Kyriakou in the 55th minute. Willis Plaza doubled their advantage in the 85th minute, giving East Bengal a seemingly comfortable lead.
Mohun Bagan showed their resilience and managed to pull one back in the dying minutes through Nongdamba Naorem. However, it was too little too late, as East Bengal held on for a crucial victory.
Player Ratings
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Background
The Kolkata Derby is one of the oldest and fiercest rivalries in Indian football, dating back to 1911. The two clubs, East Bengal and Mohun Bagan, are based in Kolkata and have a passionate fan following that creates an electrifying atmosphere during their encounters.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Who is the current I-League champion? A: Gokulam Kerala FC
2. Who is the top scorer in the current CFL season? A: Willis Plaza (East Bengal)
3. When was the last time Mohun Bagan won the Kolkata Derby? A: December 2020
4. What is the record of Kolkata Derbies in the CFL? A: East Bengal leads with 38 wins, Mohun Bagan has 32 wins, and 29 matches have ended in draws.
5. Which team has the most wins in all competitions between East Bengal and Mohun Bagan? A: East Bengal leads with 101 wins, while Mohun Bagan has 94 wins.
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