Match Report | IFA Shield

Punjab FC 1–0 East Bengal FC

Punjab FC defeated East Bengal 1–0 at the East Bengal Ground on Wednesday to finish top of Group B in the 126th IFA Shield. Diego Raposo scored the decisive goal in the 41st minute, converting after a fine delivery from Raphael Messi Bouli.

East Bengal enjoyed more possession and spent long periods pressing Punjab back, but struggled to turn their dominance into a goal. Despite the defeat, East Bengal advanced to the semi-finals, having already secured a strong position with a win over Calcutta Customs in their opening group match.

Goal: Diego Raposo (41′)
Result: Punjab FC 1–0 East Bengal FC
Outcome: Both teams advance to the semi-finals.