The much-awaited match of the ISL, the Kolkata derby between East Bengal (EBFC) and Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG), is set to kick off on Saturday (18th October). The two giants of Kolkata will be playing each other in their first derby of the ISL 2024-25 season.
MBSG and EBFC standings in ISL 2024-25
East Bengal finds themselves at the bottom of the league table, having lost four consecutive matches and not getting a single point. On the other side, Mohun Bagan, the previous league shield winner, is performing well, sitting fourth in the standings with 7 points from four matches. Jose Molina’s team recently secured a 3-0 victory over Mohammedan Sporting. East Bengal’s main challenge in the derby will be having the attacking threats posed by Jamie, Limmy, Cummings, Stewats, Liston, and Manbir.
Venue for EBFC vs MBSG
The two teams will be facing each other at the iconic Salt Lake Stadium, also known as Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan. This venue, with its great seating capacity and playable pitch, provides the best place to host the derby. The stadium will be a sea of maroon green and red gold as fans gather to witness another chapter in the Kolkata Derby saga.
Where to watch EBFC vs MBSG
The NorthEast United vs Chennaiyin FC, ISL 2024-25 match can be live streamed on the Jio Cinema app and website in India. It will be live telecast on the Sports 18 network TV channels in India.
EBFC VS MBSG in ISL 2023-24
The last time both Kolkata clubs met in the ISL, Mohun Bagan beat East Bengal 3-1. Jason Cummins, Liston Colaco, and Dimitri Perraros scored for the club, while the lone goal scorer for EBFC was Saul Crespo.
