Overview
- Mohun Bagan defeated East Bengal 1-0 at Salt Lake Stadium to take the Durand Cup title.
- The Mariners remained unbeaten through the tournament after a dominant group stage that yielded many goals and tighter knockout wins.
- Both clubs reached the final only after winning goalless semi-finals on penalty shootouts, underlining how close the knockout phase proved.
- Key individuals decided the match and run to the final, with Sahal Abdul Samad and goalkeeper Vishal Kaith standing out for Mohun Bagan and Mohammed Basim Rashid and Prabhsukhan Singh Gill leading East Bengal.
- The result adds a new chapter to the long Kolkata Derby in the Durand Cup, extending Mohun Bagan’s record and shaping momentum for both clubs as they head into a congested season and continental commitments.