Mohun Bagan secures back-to-back victories in Durand Cup 2025, dominating BSF in the final match.
Mohun Bagan Secures Second Consecutive Win in Durand Cup Group B
Mohun Bagan, one of India's most storied football clubs, secured their second consecutive victory in Group B of the Durand Cup 2025, with a commanding 4-0 win over Border Security Force (BSF) on August 9, 2025.
The match, scheduled for 1:30 PM UTC (7 PM IST), saw Mohun Bagan take an early lead when Manvir Singh found the back of the net in the 24th minute, breaking BSF's defence. Liston Colaco then added a brace for Mohun Bagan, scoring his second goal of the match minutes later to make it 2-0.
In the second half, Sahal Abdul Samad, who had earlier scored the first goal for Mohun Bagan, struck again to extend their lead to 3-0. Sahal's powerful effort even hit the crossbar in a later attack, showing his impact on the game.
Despite Kishori having chances to score for BSF, they failed to capitalise, allowing Mohun Bagan to maintain their dominance. Dippendu Biswas had a glancing header from a corner kick saved by the goalkeeper, but the Bagan defence held firm to secure the victory.
With this win, Mohun Bagan have 6 points from 2 matches, placing them second in the group behind Diamond Harbour FC on goal difference. The final group game between Mohun Bagan and Diamond Harbour FC will decide the group winners.
It's worth noting that the Durand Cup 2022 did not feature a match between Mohun Bagan and Diamond Harbour in Final Group B, based on the current search results. However, the fixture between Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Diamond Harbour FC is scheduled to take place in the Durand Cup 2025 group stage.
The Durand Cup 2025 group stage schedules were announced with matches starting from July 23, culminating in the final on August 23, 2025. The final match of Durand Cup 2025 is set for August 23, but Mohun Bagan vs Diamond Harbour is not listed as a final match, but a group stage match on August 9, 2025.
This victory marks a significant step for Mohun Bagan as they continue their journey in the Durand Cup 2025. The final group game against Diamond Harbour FC promises to be an exciting contest, with both teams vying for the top spot in Group B.
The victory in the Durand Cup 2025 has not only boosted Mohun Bagan's sports performance but also emphasizes the importance of staying fit and dedicated towards health. With the final group match against Diamond Harbour FC on August 9, the team's health and strategies will play a crucial role in securing the group victory in football.
