Mohun Bagan was unstoppable in the whole of ISL 2024-2025, and they have proved it once again. Besides, Mohun Bagan SG Kolkata Derby win puts them forward or a playoff spot.
The win came up against East Bengal FC, which provided Mohun Bagan with some tough competition. The ultimate scorecard read 1-0, but the match was way tighter than that.
Jamie MacLaren’s Crucial Goal
The game between Mohun Bagan Sports Giants and East Bengal took place at Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Saturday. Although everyone thought Mohun Bagan would have an easy win, it was not to be.
This particular game started pretty strongly for Mohun Bagan, which made it possible for Mohun Bagan SG Kolkata Derby to win. Jamie MacLaren went on to score the goal in the 2nd minute of the game.
A long ball from Asish Rai meant that East Bengal’s defense was found wanting pretty early. As the defender from Mohun Bagan SG found Jami,e it was easy for the striker to score the goal.
Interestingly, this was the quickest goal in the Kolkata derby and no further assistance was required for Mohun Bagan to shoot up in the table positioning. It will be important to see who will challenge the Mariners now.
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Missed Chances by East Bengal
Well, Maclaren did score a quick goal, but there were multiple chances for East Bengal to equalize the reading. In the 6th minute, it was East Bengal’s tur,n but they failed.
PV Vishnu and Cleiton Silva did provide a good opportunity, but the players weren’t alert enough to convert it to the opposition net. Not only this, but there were plenty of other opportunities.
Jeakson Singh, Vishnu, and Cleiton made plenty of opportunities possible, but the lack of clinical finish made East Bengal lose a crucial match. Maclaren did have the chance to double the score but they too failed to capitalize.
Mohun Bagan Dominating ISL Standings
With Mohun Bagan SG Kolkata Derby win, they were invincible in the tournament. Be it defense or attack, they look like the perfect foil. In addition, they also have a massive lead in the points table.
Mohun Bagan SG sits at the top with 35 points, while Bengaluru FC has 27 points in the 2nd position. It is a clear 8-point difference, and Bengaluru losing their last match means Mohun Bagan might finish in the first spot.
Upcoming Fixtures For Both Teams
As the tournament heats up and crucial games come up, East Bengal will love to win their next match. On 19th January 2025, they will play against FC Goa. It won’t be an easy game.
Meanwhile, Mohun Bagan will go one-on-one against Jamshedpur FC on 17th January. It will be a critical game to extend the lead for Super Giants.
It was surprising to see such low attendance at the Kolkata derby. Fans of Kolkata swarm in for a massive outing, but this time was different. The game took place at East Bengal’s home ground, where a small number of Kolkata fans were seen.
Previously, when the Kolkata derby happened at home, more than 60,000 supporters flocked to the stadium. The coach of Mohun Bagan didn’t seem too impressed with such a lesser crowd.
Coach Thoughts After The Game
The coach of Mohun Bagan, Jose Molina was all vocal about the win against East Bengal. Molina wasn’t too happy with the team’s play as they missed multiple chances.
Competing against the 10-man team of East Bengal, Mohun SG couldn’t add up to the goal. Jose also praised the two center-backs and the goalkeeper for their improved work.
Moreover, the winning coach wanted his team to improve its performance. He feels that with one more win, his team could make a massive gap at the top. Meanwhile, Molina didn’t forget to thank all of the fans for their support, too.
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