Shandong 6-0 MB

Shandong Luneng Taishan FC humiliates Mohun Bagan with a 6-0 scoreline. The skeleton of Bagan’s defence were barely exposed by the oranges in the game. Two goals were scored in the first half and four in the second. Debjit Majumder’s inexperience in international football also mattered. Sony, Jeje and Kean got chances to reduce the margin but they failed. Twice Bagan’s shots were hit in the post. Pranoy and Sony tried their best, however Glen’s absence was clearly felt.

 

Bagan will now play in Tier 2 championship on 24-2-2016 against Maziya Sports & Recreation (Maldeves)

MB 2-0 DSK Shivajians

Mohun Bagan has got 3 vital points against DSK Shivajians here at Pune. Sony Norde scored a goal each for Bagan. Bagan had rested Pritam and had Raju in the first team. Brandon also found his position in the first XI. This helped Yusa play in the centre and helped the team to mobilise from middle third.  Brandon can become the man Coach wanted in the right half.

 

DSK was reduced to 10 men after Ralte got double booking and got marching order. However Bagan failed to increase the score.

Jermaine Pennant factor

Former Arsenal and Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant would play an important role against Mohun Bagan in AFC CL qualifying round on 27th Jan 2016. Jermaine Pennant have recently joined Tampine Rovers. He played for other English teams like Birmingham and Stoke. Pennant played for Pune City FC in ISL.