Mohun Bagan & Upcoming ISL

The wait is nearly over for Mohun Bagan supporters. As another Indian Super League season approaches, excitement is building across the green-and-maroon fanbase. After enjoying considerable success in recent years, the Mariners are once again preparing to challenge for the biggest honours in Indian football.

With expectations higher than ever, the upcoming campaign presents a fresh opportunity for Mohun Bagan to reaffirm their status as the country’s premier club. The squad will enter the season aware that every opponent will be eager to test themselves against a team that has consistently set the benchmark in the ISL.

Every new season offers a blank page, and Mohun Bagan will be determined to fill it with memorable performances. The squad possesses quality, experience and depth, while the supporters remain among the most passionate in Indian football.

The road ahead will undoubtedly be challenging, but the ambition remains unchanged. The Mariners are preparing to embark on another journey, carrying the hopes of millions and aiming to add a new chapter to their rich footballing legacy.

For Mohun Bagan fans, the countdown has begun. The sails are raised, the destination is clear, and another ISL adventure awaits.

 

Bagan wins IFA Shield

Mohun Bagan clinched the 126th edition IFA Shield with a hard‑fought 1–0 victory over arch rivals East Bengal, thanks to a brilliantly executed move finished by Samir Zeljkovic a few moments before the lemon break.

The match was intense, physical, and filled with derby drama , exactly what Kolkata expects from its biggest rivalry.

East Bengal began aggressively, pressing high and creating the first big chance in 6’ when Edmund Lalrindika broke through one‑on‑one,  before Vishal Kaith made a superb save to deny the opener.

This was East Bengal’s best moment of the match.

Mohun Bagan grew into the game soon after , and in 23’, Mehtab headed over from a corner. In 36’ , Chhangte forced a sharp save from Lachenpa and at 37’ Sahal hit a half‑volley that Lachenpa punched away.

A beautifully constructed move at 44′ when, Edmund lost the ball and Zeljkovic laid it off to Sahal. Sahal waited… then dinked a perfect chip over the defence for Zeljkovic who ran into space and finished past Lachenpa (1-0). Let’s cherish the joyous moment once more.

Mohun Bagan entered halftime deservedly ahead.

Second Half was all about chaos, collisions, and missed chances.

 

In 46’ , Chhangte skies a big chance inside the box, he blasted over. Then in 48’ , Sahal collides with Lachenpa for a long ball led to a heavy collision; play was paused.

 

In the 57’   Mandi clashed heads with  Drazic and Drazic  was found profusely bleeding. Referee booked Mandi.

 

In 62’ , Zeljkovic nearly doubled the lead, as he broke through again but shot from a tight angle. Lachenpa saved the goal.

Loba and Vishnu added pace for East Bengal soon. Crosses, corners, long balls followed,  all were  cleared by Mohun Bagan’s tall defensive line.

Mohun Bagan surely had  precision in the final third and enough conviction to emerge the winners of the prestigious tournament for the 31st time.

The Mariners’ win was built on, 

  • Vishal’s early save
  • Sahal’s creativity
  • Zeljkovic’s composure
  • Chhangte’s pressure
  • Strong defensive organisation
  • The Hero of the Match – Drazic’s brilliant and valiant efforts with 7 stiches on head

Mohun Bagan wins CFL

Mohun Bagan Super Giant have been crowned champions of the Calcutta Premier League, ending an eight‑year wait and reclaiming Kolkata’s oldest football crown with a dramatic 3–2 victory over Mohammedan Sporting.    

The triumph is historic not only because of the football on display, but because it ends a long wait , the club last won the CFL in 2018, making this a return to local supremacy after eight years.

The decisive match — a thrilling 3–2 victory over Mohammedan Sporting — had everything:

 

  • Sahal Abdul Samad’s brilliance with two headed goals and one assist
  • A late winner from young talent Sayan Banerjee through a cool right-footed placement
  • A tense phase of more than half-an-hour after Bagan were reduced to 10 men upon custodian Deepprovat’s elimination.

Roaring stands filled with flags, chants, and the unmistakable pulse of Mariners’ passion was a delight to witness indeed.

With this win, Mohun Bagan now hold 31 CFL titles, a record that stretches across eras — from pre‑Independence football to the modern ISL age. With that, the 8-year long CFL draught also ends.