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Debutant Ahadad’s Header Propels East Bengal to Top Spot in Durand Cup Group A

Ahadad’s 68th-minute goal secures East Bengal’s perfect record, giving them a goal-difference edge in Group A

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East Bengal players during a practice session | Image: East Bengal FC
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Overview

  • Moroccan forward Hamid Ahadad scored on his East Bengal debut in the 68th minute to clinch a 1-0 win over Namdhari FC at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on August 6.
  • The victory moved East Bengal to six points and a +6 goal difference from two matches, while Namdhari also sit on six points but trail with a +3 goal difference.
  • East Bengal have dominated play in both games, including a 5-0 opening win over South United, and created numerous chances despite standout saves from Namdhari goalkeeper Niraj Kumar.
  • Namdhari FC remain in contention after their defeat, holding two wins and a draw from three matches, and will need a strong final group performance to advance.
  • East Bengal will wrap up their Group A fixtures against Indian Air Force FT on August 10 as they seek to lock in a quarter-final berth.