East Bengal 4-1 Win in Durand Cup 2026 Final

Match Overview

East Bengal FC lifted the Durand Cup 2026 title by beating Mohun Bagan SG 4-1 in a Kolkata Derby at the VYBK Stadium. The match began with Mohun Bagan dominating the first few minutes, but a 10th-minute goal from Bipin Singh shifted the momentum. Bipin’s opener was followed by Edmund Lalrindika’s goal at the 12th minute, giving East Bengal a 2-0 advantage. A third goal from Edmund came at the 22nd minute, and a 33rd-minute strike from Manvir Singh gave Mohun Bagan a consolation goal. Edmund completed his hat-trick with a 44th-minute finish, and the scoreline was 4-1 before the half-time whistle. The second half saw no further action from Mohun Bagan, and the final score remained 4-1.

Key Performances

Edmund Lalrindika was the standout performer, scoring three goals and earning a rating of 9/10. Bipin Singh opened the scoring with a darting run and finished a 10th-minute goal, earning an 8/10 rating. East Bengal captain Basim Rashid provided an assist to Bipin and later created the fourth goal with a free-kick, earning a 7.5/10 rating. Defender Anwar Ali was pivotal in the back line, making crucial blocks and clearances, and received a 7/10 rating. Goalkeeper Prabhsukhan Gill made a key save from Liston Colaco’s free-kick and a crucial tackle in the 39th minute, earning a 7/10 rating.

Mohun Bagan’s goalkeeper Vishal Kaith, who had won the golden glove in the tournament, made several saves but conceded four goals, earning a 6.5/10 rating. The defensive unit, including Rahul Bheke and Alberto Rodriguez, struggled to contain East Bengal’s attack, each receiving ratings around 6/10. Forward Manvir Singh’s single goal earned him a 6/10 rating.

Player Ratings

East Bengal’s ratings highlighted a strong defensive partnership between Anwar Ali (7/10) and Lalchungnunga (6/10), and an effective midfield with Jeakson Singh (6/10) and Dani Ramirez (6.5/10). Substitutes Jesin TK (6/10) and Mohammed Asif Khan (5/10) were brought on in the 70th minute, while Rohit Danu replaced Bipin Singh in the 88th minute.

Mohun Bagan’s ratings were mixed, with Subhasish Bose (5.5/10) and Apuia (6/10) struggling defensively, and Samir Zeljkovic (6/10) being subbed after the first half. The midfield trio of Abhishek Tekcham (7/10), Anirudh Thapa (6/10), and Liston Colaco (6.5/10) had limited impact.

The final score of 4-1 secured East Bengal’s first Durand Cup title in 2026, with Edmund Lalrindika’s hat-trick and Bipin Singh’s opening goal proving decisive.