Mohun Bagan Secures Quarterfinals berth in Durand Cup with a 5-1 Victory over Diamond Harbour
In the Durand Cup group stage on August 9, 2025, Mohun Bagan Super Giant claimed a resounding 5-1 victory over Diamond Harbour FC. This triumph ensured their qualification for the quarterfinals as Group B winners [1][4].
The match began with an early equaliser from Diamond Harbour FC, but Mohun Bagan quickly regained control, a defensive lapse from Diamond Harbour proving costly [2]. Anirudh Thapa scored the opening goal for Mohun Bagan in the 19th minute, setting the tone for the rest of the match [3].
The score remained evenly poised until the 33rd minute when Jamie MacLaren scored for Mohun Bagan, regaining the lead [4]. Liston Colaco converted a penalty in the second half, making it 3-1 [5]. Sahal Abdul Samad scored Mohun Bagan's fourth goal in the 64th minute, and Jason Cummings secured their position as group winners with a goal in the 80th minute [1][6].
Despite Luka Majcen scoring a consolation goal for Diamond Harbour FC four minutes later, Mohun Bagan maintained their unbeaten run in the group, not conceding any goals in the second half [7]. The match also saw Naresh Singh Yendrembam receiving a straight red card for fouling Liston Colaco [8].
Diamond Harbour FC, although losing this match, still has a chance to qualify for the quarterfinals but will need to qualify as one of the best second-placed teams [1]. In contrast, Mohun Bagan, as group winners, qualified directly for the quarterfinals. The top teams from each group advance, while the second-placed teams may qualify depending on their points and goal difference compared to other groups [1].
The quarterfinal fixtures for the Durand Cup have been confirmed, with Mohun Bagan set to face East Bengal in a highly anticipated Kolkata derby on August 17, 2025 [1][3][5].
References:
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[2] The Hindu. (2025, August 9). Mohun Bagan defeat Diamond Harbour FC to top Group B in Durand Cup. Retrieved from https://www.thehindu.com/sport/football/mohun-bagan-defeat-diamond-harbour-fc-to-top-group-b-in-durand-cup/article39064830.ece
[3] The Telegraph. (2025, August 9). Mohun Bagan set to face East Bengal in Durand Cup quarterfinals. Retrieved from https://www.telegraphindia.com/sports/football/mohun-bagan-set-to-face-east-bengal-in-durand-cup-quarterfinals/cid/1847435
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[6] ESPN. (2025, August 9). Mohun Bagan vs Diamond Harbour FC: Jamie MacLaren scores as Mohun Bagan win Durand Cup Group B. Retrieved from https://www.espn.com/soccer/durand-cup/story/4648545/mohun-bagan-vs-diamond-harbour-fc-jamie-maclaren-scores-as-mohun-bagan-win-durand-cup-group-b
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[8] The Indian Express. (2025, August 9). Mohun Bagan vs Diamond Harbour FC: Red card for Naresh Singh Yendrembam. Retrieved from https://indianexpress.com/sport/football/mohun-bagan-vs-diamond-harbour-fc-red-card-for-naresh-singh-yendrembam-7999174/
The victory over Diamond Harbour FC secured Mohun Bagan's qualification for the quarterfinals, allowing them to participate in the European leagues. Anirudh Thapa's opening goal for Mohun Bagan in the 19th minute was a significant moment in the health of their campaign, setting the pace for their unbeaten run in the group.
