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⚽️ Mohun Bagan SG Kick Off Durand Cup 2025 with a Kolkata Derby Clash Against Mohammedan SC
Kolkata, July 31, 2025 – Tonight, the Salt Lake Stadium becomes the epicenter of Indian football as Mohun Bagan Super Giant (SG) begins their Durand Cup 2025 campaign with a much-anticipated clash against local rivals Mohammedan SC.
Despite their star-studded reputation and Indian Super League (ISL) pedigree, Mohun Bagan will start the match with an all-Indian squad, as their foreign players and head coach Jose Molina are yet to arrive.
⚠️ Major Lineup Challenges – A True Test for Bagan
According to club officials, several key foreign players such as Armando Sadiku, Hugo Boumous, and Jason Cummings are still on break following ISL or international commitments. Head coach Jose Molina is also unavailable, so assistant coach Bastab Roy will take charge from the sidelines.
“Even with a limited squad, we respect this tournament and will give it our all,” – said Roy confidently.
🏁 Mohammedan SC: Match Fit and Ready to Strike
In contrast, Mohammedan SC, who reached the Durand Cup semifinals twice in recent editions, have already played their first group game and won. This gives them match sharpness and psychological momentum.
Though they too are missing foreign players, emerging talents like Lalrinzuala and Jiten Murmu are in fine form and eager to make a statement in this local derby.
“Facing Mohun Bagan is always about pride. No matter who’s on the pitch, we’ll give everything to win,” – said the Mohammedan head coach.
🔥 High-Stakes Encounter with Knockout Implications
With the group stage format allowing only the group winner and the best runner-up to qualify, a single misstep could mean an early exit.
Mohun Bagan will likely need at least one win and one draw from their two group matches to progress — making this match against Mohammedan absolutely crucial.
📌 Match Info
- 🗓 Date & Time: 7:00 PM IST, July 31, 2025
- 📍 Venue: Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata
- 🎟 Tickets: Available online and at gates, near full capacity expected
- 📺 Live Broadcast: Sports18 and JioCinema
🔮 Prediction & Outlook
Even with a domestic-only lineup, Mohun Bagan still fields promising talents like Kiyan Nassiri, Lalchungnunga, and reliable goalkeeper Vishal Kaith.
However, Mohammedan’s momentum and hunger could turn this into one of the toughest group-stage matches for Mohun Bagan.
Score Prediction: Mohun Bagan SG 1 – 1 Mohammedan SC
