East Bengal FC and FC Goa ended their match in a goalless draw at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. This marked the first time these two prominent Indian football teams played to a draw. FC Goa currently holds the third position in the league table with eight points, while East Bengal FC is just below them with seven points. Miguel Ferreira was named the Player of the match.
In the game, East Bengal FC made two changes to their starting lineup, introducing Mohamad Rakip and Naorem Mahesh Singh. On the other hand, FC Goa stuck with their initial lineup. The match saw both teams having their moments, with East Bengal missing a good chance early on when Youssef Ezzejjari failed to convert a cross from Bipin Singh.
The second half saw a lack of clear-cut opportunities, as both teams focused on defense. Despite some late pressure from East Bengal, neither side managed to break the deadlock. The match ended in a draw, with both teams earning a point each.
