East Bengal FC secured a 2-1 victory over Mumbai City FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 match at the Mumbai Football Arena. Youssef Ezzejjari and Nandha Kumar scored in the second half to overturn Brandon Fernandes’ early goal for Mumbai City FC. This win propelled East Bengal FC to the top of the table with 21 points from 10 matches.
The match started with Mumbai City FC taking the lead through Brandon Fernandes in the 8th minute. Despite early pressure from Mumbai, East Bengal’s strong defensive display kept them in the game. East Bengal’s centre-back Kevin Leonel Sibille was named the Player of the Match for his outstanding defensive performance.
East Bengal FC struggled to break into the final third in the first half, with Mumbai City FC creating more clear-cut chances. However, a tactical change at halftime by East Bengal’s coach, Óscar Bruzón, saw them dominate the second half. The equalizer came from a penalty converted by Youssef Ezzejjari in the 58th minute.
In the 71st minute, Nandha Kumar’s goal gave East Bengal the lead, which they held onto despite Mumbai City’s late attacking efforts. The match showcased East Bengal’s attacking depth and resilience in defense, securing them a crucial away victory.
