Mohun Bagan Wins ISL 2024-25

Mohun Bagan Super Giant made history by winning the 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL) title with a 2-1 victory over Bengaluru FC at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. This victory was special for multiple reasons: it was the first time an ISL final was won at home, and Mohun Bagan became the first team to achieve a season double by securing both the ISL title and the ISL League Shield.

Key Match Highlights

Date & Venue

• Date: April 13, 2025
• Venue: Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata

Mohun Bagan’s Victory

• Final Score: Mohun Bagan 2 – 1 Bengaluru FC
• Key Scorers: Jason Cummings, Jamie Maclaren
• Own Goal: Alberto Rodriguez (Bengaluru FC)

Match Timeline

First Half

• Early chances for both teams, with Anirudh Thapa’s blocked shot and Ryan Williams’ attempts saved by Vishal Kaith.
• Bengaluru FC dominated possession in midfield.
• Several close calls with Edgar Mendez and Sunil Chhetri trying but failing to break the deadlock.

Second Half

• 49th minute: Bengaluru FC took the lead after Alberto Rodriguez’s own goal from a Williams cross.
• Penalty Incident (69th minute): A handball by Chinglensana resulted in a penalty for Mohun Bagan, but Cummings and Sahal missed golden chances.
• 96th minute: Jamie Maclaren scored the match-winner after intercepting a pass from Greg Stewart and slotted it past Gurpreet.

Final Moment

• Bengaluru FC had a chance with Sunil Chhetri’s free-kick, but it went over the bar.
• Mohun Bagan held onto their lead and clinched their first-ever ISL final win at home.

Tactical Changes

• Mohun Bagan’s Substitutes
• Greg Stewart came on for Jason Cummings and provided the assist for Maclaren’s goal.

Historical Significance

• This victory made Mohun Bagan the first team to win the ISL title at home and achieve a season double (League Shield + ISL Trophy).
• The Mariners became the first team in ISL history to win the title at home, marking a historic achievement for the club and its fans.