SC East Bengal FC delivered a statement performance away from home, overcoming Mumbai City FC 2-1 in a pivotal Indian Super League 2025-26 Round 12 fixture at the Mumbai Football Arena.
The visitors struck late to secure all three points in a tightly contested encounter that could have significant ramifications in the title race as the season enters its decisive phase.
Mumbai City made the brighter start, taking the lead early in the first half as Brandon Fernandes found the net in the 8th minute, giving the Islanders a deserved 1-0 lead at the break. The home side’s high tempo and pressure in the opening stages unsettled East Bengal’s defence.
East Bengal, however, showed resilience after the interval and gradually seized control of the midfield momentum. Their persistence paid off as Youssef Ezzejjari drew the visitors level (minute details from live score) before Nandhakumar Sekar delivered the decisive blow, scoring the winning goal to put East Bengal ahead and ultimately seal the victory.
The result boosts East Bengal’s campaign, reinforcing their position in the upper reaches of the league table with a valuable away triumph, while Mumbai City will rue missed opportunities after starting strongly at home. Both sides remain in contention as the race for a place in the top six intensifies.
Match Facts:
Final Score: Mumbai City FC 1 — 2 East Bengal FC
Goals: Brandon Fernandes (MCFC), Youssef Ezzejjari (EBFC), Nandhakumar Sekar (EBFC)
Venue: Mumbai Football Arena
Competition: Indian Super League 2025-26 Round 12
Coach Reaction:
East Bengal’s head coach expressed satisfaction with the team’s tactical discipline, highlighting how the squad embraced pressure and found key moments to turn the game around. Meanwhile, Mumbai City’s manager acknowledged that his side failed to maintain intensity through the second half despite dominating early.
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