Indian Super League 2025-26
5 May 2026 | Mumbai Football Arena, Mumbai

East Bengal FC Vs Mumbai City FC

In an exciting clash at the Mumbai Football Arena, East Bengal FC secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Mumbai City FC, showcasing resilience and clinical finishing.

The match began with both teams displaying attacking intent, but it was Mumbai FC who struck first. Brandon found the back of the net with a well-taken goal, giving the home team an early advantage. Mumbai City responded with increased possession and attacking pressure, trying to break through East Bengal’s organized defense.

In the second half, East Bengal equalized the scoreline through Yusuf Ezazzari, who capitalized a well taken Penalty finished calmly to make it 1–1. The goal further strengthened East Bengal’s grip on the match.

East Bengal , however, did not back down. Nandhakumar Sekar completed the comeback with a decisive strike, showing great determination as he drove forward from the left and finished with the help of a deflection to seal the win for his side

Despite a late surge from the hosts, East Bengal managed to see out the game and secure all three points.

Match Highlights

8’ – Mumbai City FC 1-0 East Bengal FC
Brandon Fernandes opened the scoring early for Mumbai City. A long throw-in from the left by Akash created confusion inside the East Bengal box. The loose ball fell kindly to Brandon, who struck it into the ground; the bounce took it over the goalkeeper and into the net.

58’ – Mumbai City FC 1-1 East Bengal FC
Youssef Ezzejjari, introduced as a substitute, made an immediate impact. He calmly converted from the penalty spot, placing the ball into the left corner to register his 10th goal of the season and level the score.

71’ – Mumbai City FC 1-2 East Bengal FC
Nandhakumar Sekar completed the comeback with a decisive strike. Driving forward from his own half down the left, he cut inside and unleashed a shot from the edge of the box. A deflection off Bijay sent the ball looping over goalkeeper Phurba Lachenpa and into the net.

This victory not only highlights East Bengal’s fighting spirit but also marks a milestone moment as they move to the top of the ISL table.