East Bengal vs FC Goa ISL 2024-25 Highlights | Borja Herrera's hat-trick hands East Bengal their third defeat | East Bengal FC 2-3 FC Goa
Read the highlights of the East Bengal vs FC Goa football match in ISL 2024-25 in Kolkata as Borja Herrera's hat-trick handed East Bengal their third defeat.
Hello and welcome to another live coverage of the Indian Super League 2024-25 as we bring you live updates of East Bengal vs FC Goa match at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata.
Buildup
The Red and Gold brigade will look to earn their first points of the league in their first home fixture of the season. The Ultras faced two tough defeats against Bengaluru FC and Kerala Blasters FC in the first two games of the season. Meantime, Manolo Marquez'es team could only manage one point from the two games so far. The Gaurs faced a defeat against Jamshedpur FC and then drew against Mohammedan Sporting Club in matchweek number 2.
FC Goa have always dominated the team from Kolkata in 9 games they have faced eachother. They have won five times and scored in eight games against East Bengal. Meantime, East Bengal won twice and have drawn two times as well.
This is Koushik Biswas with the buildup for you. Later Soumit Bhattacharya will bring you all the real-time updates of the match from our web desk.
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LIVE Updates
Sep 27, 2024, 4:04 PM
Full time | East Bengal FC 2-3 FC Goa
FC Goa clinch their maiden victory in ISL 2024-25 defeating East Bengal FC by 3-2 in a spine-chilling encounter at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. Borja Herrera registers the first hat-trick of this ISL season to hand East Bengal their third loss in three games this season. Cuadrat's horrifying stint as East Bengal coach this season continues and he faces 'go-back' slogans made by the fuming East Bengal home crowd.
Carl McHugh is sent off after receiving a second yellow card and FC Goa is down to 10 men.
Sep 27, 2024, 3:33 PM
79' | Substitution for East Bengal
Out: Mark Zonthanpuia
In: Aman CK
Sep 27, 2024, 3:30 PM
71' | Borja Herrera completes his Hat-trick!
Borja Herrera completes his hat-trick and the first hattrick of this season with a powerful shot from inside the box.
Sep 27, 2024, 3:29 PM
69' | Substitution for FC Goa
Out: Rowllin Borges
In: Sahil Tavora
Sep 27, 2024, 3:28 PM
69' | Boris misses am unbelievable chance!
Boris misses a 1v1 scoring opportunity against Debjit as he puts is just off the target.
Sep 27, 2024, 3:24 PM
65' | Hijazi blocks Borja!
Hijazi puts his body on the line to block Borja Herrera's shot from an open space in the box.
Sep 27, 2024, 3:24 PM
64' | Substitutions for East Bengal FC
Out: Jerry, Nandhakumar
In: David Lalhlansanga, Sayan Banerjee
Sep 27, 2024, 3:22 PM
62' | Substitution for FC Goa
Out: Brison Fernandes
In: Muhammed Nemil
Sep 27, 2024, 3:20 PM
60' | Dejan's effort goes wide again!
Dejan attempts another powerful strike from outside the box but it goes wide again.
Sep 27, 2024, 3:18 PM
58' | Dejan's effort goes inches off the post!
Goa's Dejan Drazic's curling strike goes inches off the target!
Sep 27, 2024, 3:11 PM
52' | Series of threats from East Bengal attackers
East Bengal plays 3 back-to-back crosses in the opponent's box but none of those comes to be fruitful.
Sep 27, 2024, 3:09 PM
48' | Debjit collects the danger
Debjit collects the ball from a shot attempted by Borja that ends up in Debjit's gloves.
Sep 27, 2024, 3:06 PM
47' | Borja tries a long-ranger from the midfield
Borja attempts a heroic long-ranger from near the center circle (more than 35 yards) as Debjit is not in position but the shot hits the roof of the net.
Sep 27, 2024, 3:03 PM
The second half is underway!
Sep 27, 2024, 3:03 PM
Half-time Substitution: East Bengal
Out: Naorem Mahesh
In: PV Vishnu
Sep 27, 2024, 2:49 PM
45+2' | Half-time whistle blows!
A thrilling first half comes to an end. FC Goa will enter the second half with a 2-1 lead at half-time.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:47 PM
45' | 2 minutes of added Time announced
2 minutes of added time is announced in the first half.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:46 PM
45' | Cleiton puts it wide!
Cleiton Silva's right-footed strike goes off target.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:45 PM
44' | Drazic caught offside
Dejan Drazic is caught offside, the flag is up.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:44 PM
42' | Yellow card for Carl McHugh
FC Goa's Carl McHugh receives a yellow card for committing a foul.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:42 PM
40' | Best chance for East Bengal so far gets wasted
Cleitin Silva fails to intercept a minus from Naorem and Goa defence clears the looming danger.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:37 PM
34' | Yellow card for Hector Yuste
Hector Yuste of East Bengal receives the first yellow of the match.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:34 PM
33' | Borja takes an attempt
Borja Herrera attempts a long-ranger but it is too weak to be on the target.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:28 PM
28' | Madih Talal scores for East Bengal
Madih Talal scores the penalty with a calming strike that ends up in the bottom left corner, and East Bengal is back in the game!
When the pressureโs on, Talal steps up & delivers! ๐ช
Madih Talal earns a penalty for East Bengal as Tamang fouls him in the box.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:22 PM
20' | Borja Herrera scores AGAIN!
Borja Herrera scores his second following a pass delivered by Boris as Boris makes a brilliant recovery beating Hijazi Maher. FC Goa is 2-0 up in 20 minutes.
FC Goa makes another record with Borja's second goal!
Borjaโs brace goes straight into the record books as FC Goa becomes the first ISL team to hit the milestone of 350 goals! โฝ๏ธ๐คฉ pic.twitter.com/efKpQUBlXv
Cleiton Silva gets caught in offside though he makes a good pass to Naorem Mahesh who ran into the opponent's box.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:18 PM
16' | Boris caught Offside
Boris Thangjam sprints into the opponent's half but the assistant referee raises the flag.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:17 PM
16' | East Bengal earn their first corner.
Nandhakumar's effort gets denied close to the corner and EB earn their first corner.
Sep 27, 2024, 2:14 PM
12' | FC Goa puts it in!
Borja Herrera scores against his previous team with a long-ranger grounded kick that ended up in East Bengal's net following a ball punched away by Debjit.
FC Goa | Goa will miss the goalscorer from their last match, Armando Sadiku, due to an injury.
East Bengal FC | East Bengal will have to face FC Goa without the service of their main striker, Dimitrios Diamantakos. Another foreigner, Saul Crespo is already announced to be out.
Sep 27, 2024, 12:35 PM
East Bengal FC vs FC Goa | Head-to-head stats
East Bengal FC and FC faced off 9 times against each other across all competitions, and FC Goa won 5 times. East Bengal managed to win 2 times and the rest 2 matches were drawn. FC Goa has beaten East Bengal in all of their last 4 meetings.
Sep 27, 2024, 12:21 PM
Tonight's venue | Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata
Sep 27, 2024, 12:19 PM
Streaming details
East Bengal and FC Goa fans can watch the match live on Sports 18 3 channel on television. Moreover, they can stream the match live on Jio Cinema app and website
Manolo Mรกrquez announces 28-member Indian football team travelling squad for Thailand friendly
Manolo Mรกrquez announces 28-member Indian football team travelling squad for Thailand friendly. Get the full list and updates of this key preparatory match for the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.
Head coach Manolo Mรกrquez announces 28-member Blue Tigers travelling squad for Thailand friendly on May 28, 2025. All the 28 players, who are currently a part of the ongoing camp in Kolkata, will travel to Thailand for the FIFA friendly for the June 4 fixture.
With a crucial AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round on the horizon, the Indian Men's National Football Team is gearing up for a significant test. The squad will leave for Thailand on Wednesday evening for their friendly on June 4, at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani at 18:00 IST.
Subsequently, the team will depart for Hong Kong on the next day (June 5) for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round fixture.
Kolkata: The Blue Tigers' pre-Thailand training hub
Sunil Chhetri along with the other squad members in Day 2 of training camp in Kolkata. Image | Facebook
The Blue Tigers' intensive training camp kicked off in Kolkata on May 19. The men in Blue underwent six full days of structured training and gym sessions. These were focused on refining patterns, defensive organisation, attacking transitions, and all other crucial elements for the gameplay.
A highlight of the camp was the inclusion of two practice matches:
On May 26, the Blue Tigers faced Santosh Trophy Champions Bengal, securing a 2-1 victory. (goal scorers: Brandon Fernandes and Ashique Kuruniyan)
On May 27, they faced North 24 Parganas, securing a 3-0 victory. (goal scorers: Sunil Chhetri, Chinglensana Singh Konsham and Udanta Singh Kumam)
Blue Tigersโ 28-member squad for the FIFA Friendly against Thailand
Indian Football: Rahul KP creates history, signs for West Ham United
Rahul KP, the Indian winger, will play for English Premier League club West Ham United in The Soccer Tournament (TST), an elite 7 v 7 football competition featuring 48 teams from across the globe.
In a groundbreaking moment for Indian football, Rahul KP, the dynamic winger of Odisha FC, has been extended a prestigious invitation to represent English Premier League powerhouse West Ham United in the highly anticipated summer edition of The Soccer Tournament (TST), an elite 7 v 7 football competition featuring 48 teams from across the globe.
This is the first time in Indian football history that an Indian player will represent a top-division English Premier League club menโs team. This is a monumental achievement not only for Rahul's burgeoning career and Odisha FC but also for the continued growth and recognition of the state of Odisha and Indian football on the international stage.
The tournament is scheduled to take place from June 4 to June 9, 2025, in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. The tournament boasts a diverse international roster, with participating teams and players hailing from countries including the United Kingdom, Spain, Switzerland, Brazil, Mexico, Nigeria, and India. The star-studded event will notably feature teams led by legendary footballers such as Luis Nani, Sergio Agรผero, and Hope Solo.
Rahul KP will join a distinguished West Ham United squad that includes notable personalities like actor Hero Fiennes Tiffin, former Argentina international Mauro Zรกrate, and several professional athletes who have represented the United States in the World Indoor Football Cup.
The three group stage games featuring West Ham United will be broadcast live on YouTube channels. Additionally, these matches will be televised live on ESPN.
AIFF Awards 2025: Subhasish Bose and Soumya Guguloth Shine as Top Players
Subhasish Bose and Soumya Guguloth won the Best Men's and Women's Player of the Year Awards, respectively, in the recently concluded AIFF Awards 2025. Here are all the winners this season.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) celebrated the best of Indian football at the AIFF Awards 2025, held today in Bhubaneswar, honouring outstanding players, coaches, referees, and member associations for their contributions during the 2024-25 season.
Subhasish Bose recieving the Best Men's Footballer of the Year Award. Image | AIFFSoumya Guguloth won the Women's Footballer of the Year Award. Image | AIFF
The ceremony highlighted the growing competitiveness of Indian football, with Mohun Bagan SGโs Subhasish Bose and East Bengal FCโs Soumya Guguloth crowned Menโs and Womenโs Player of the Year, respectively.
AIFF Awards 2025 Winners
Individual Awards
Men's Player of the Year: Subhasish Bose (Mohun Bagan SG, Defender)
Recognised for his leadership as captain and stellar performances for Mohun Bagan SG as the mariners became the first team to defend the ISL Shield, along with reclaiming the ISL Cup. Bose kept 13 clean sheets as a defender and scored 6 goals as well.
Women's Player of the Year: Soumya Guguloth (East Bengal FC, Forward)
Honoured as the top Indian scorer in the Indian Womenโs League (IWL) and a key player for the Blue Tigresses. She helped East Bengal FC win the IWL 2024-25 title.
Men's Goalkeeper of the Year: Vishal Kaith (Mohun Bagan SG)
Awarded for holding the record for the most clean sheets in Indian Super League (ISL) history. Kaith had a record 15 clean sheets in ISL 2024-25 and conceded only 19 goals across 26 appearances
Most Promising Men's Player of the Year: Brison Fernandes (Midfielder)
Noted for his midfield mastery and potential as a rising star.
Most Promising Women's Player of the Year: Neha (Haryana, Winger)
Recognised for her performances, including 2 goals in the SAFF U19 Womenโs Championship and 3 goals in the Senior Womenโs National Championship.
Men's Coach of the Year: Khalid Jamil (Jamshedpur FC)
Won for the second consecutive year for leading Jamshedpur FC to the Kalinga Super Cup semifinals.
Women's Coach of the Year: Sujata Kar (Sreebhumi FC)
Awarded for guiding newly-promoted Sreebhumi FC to a third-place finish in the IWL.
Male Referee of the Year: Venkatesh R
Acknowledged for consistent officiating on the pitch.
Female Referee of the Year: Tekcham Ranjita Devi
Recognised for her officiating excellence.
Male Referee of the Year: Venkatesh R
Male Assistant Referee of the Year: Vairamuthu P
Member Association (MA) Awards
Most Successful MA (Club Competitions): Indian Football Association (West Bengal)
For dominance in menโs competitions, Mohun Bagan and East Bengal winning major titles.
Most Successful MA (NFC Competitions): All Manipur Football Association
Recognised for success in the National Football Championships.
Best MA for Supporting Womenโs Football: Punjab Football Association
Honoured for contributions to womenโs football development.
Best MA for Hosting Most AIFF Competitions: Football Association of Odisha and Goa Football Association
For hosting numerous AIFF events.
MA with Most Player Registrations (Menโs): Kerala Football Association
For the highest number of male player registrations.
MA with Most Player Registrations (Womenโs): Western India Football Association (Maharashtra)
For leading in female player registrations.
Special Award for MA Launching New Projects: Gujarat State Football Association
For innovative football initiatives.
MA with Most Grassroots Activities: Gujarat State Football Association
For extensive grassroots programs.
MA with Most Youth Tournaments Conducted: Karnataka State Football Association
For organising numerous youth tournaments.
MA with Most Coaching Courses: Punjab Football Association
For conducting the most coaching courses.
MA with Most Refereeing Courses: Gujarat State Football Association
Bengal Cricket Exclusive: "If 100 does not work, I will score 150," Sandipan Das doesn't want to leave any stone unturned
Sandipan Das has been one of the most successful players in Kolkata Club Cricket in the last 7-8 years. However, despite performing well, he has not played a single game for Bengal since 2015.
Whether with Bhowanipur Club or East Bengal, Sandipan Das has consistently helped his teams win trophies. After achieving numerous victories, including a treble last year with Bhowanipur, the former ICC U-19 World Cup winner is now on the brink of delivering East Bengal's first league trophy in a decade.
For Sandipan, playing in the final of a championship or winning it is not new; he has been securing trophies since his U-13 days. The Bengal all-rounder attributes his winning mentality to his childhood coach, Debesh Chakraborty, who instilled this mindset in him from an early age.
โI have been winning trophies since childhood. Whether it was the Ambar Roy tournament in U-13s or any other competition, I've always been part of champion teams. Thanks to Debesh Sir, who took me to play in those tournaments, the winning mentality has stayed with me throughout my career,โ Sandipan Das told Sportz Point.
After contributing to India's victory in the ICC U-19 World Cup under Unmukt Chand in 2012, Sandipan was fast-tracked into the Bengal team. Just a month after the World Cup, he made his List A debut, followed by his First-Class and T20 debuts.
However, despite showing promise, he struggled to make a significant impact for Bengal and has not played a single game since January 2015. Although he has excelled in the club format and helped his teams win titles nearly every season, Sandipan found himself out of the state team.
"It has been a long time since I played for Bengal. But I do not want to blame anyone for that. I believe I should score 150 if 100 is not enough. That has been my motive. I want to improve every day as a cricketer and leave the rest to God," Sandipan expressed.
"This attitude has also helped me win for my teams. If I think 100 is enough, I might become complacent and get out. Or if I feel that taking just two wickets suffices, I might bowl a loose over. There is no room for complacency in cricket," he added.
Sandipan after his ton vs Mohun Bagan in the semi-final. Image | C.A.B.
A perfect example of this mindset occurred during Sandipan's innings for East Bengal against Mohun Bagan in the C.A.B. First Division Championship semi-final. The match was evenly poised after the first day, and one mistake from Sandipan could have tipped the scales in favor of Mohun Bagan.
At the start of Day 2, Sandipan believed they could reach 450 runs. However, after losing partners, he decided to focus on taking the game deep, even if it meant not scoring a century. Eventually, East Bengal finished with 408 runs, and Sandipan remained unbeaten on 108.
Monayem+Sandipan = Success in Kolkata Club Cricket
Sandipan Das with current East Bengal coach Abdul Monayem. Image collected from Facebook
Such patience and attitude of Sandipan did not develop overnight; they are the result of years of practice, dedication, and guidance from his coaches. In addition to his childhood coach, Abdul Monayem has been a constant support for Sandipan for over a decade.
Monayem is one of the most successful coaches in Kolkata club cricket, who led Bhowanipur Club to three league titles in recent years. Sandipan thrived under Monayemโs guidance, which not only helped him grow as a cricketer but also as a captain of the team.
Currently the coach of East Bengal, Monayem brought Sandipan to join the team this year, aiming for more trophies together. The success in the P. Sen Trophy and reaching the league final after nearly a decade is a testament to their strong camaraderie.
"He (Abdul Monayem) is like a mentor to me. I have been playing under him for more than ten years now. He knows me very well, and I understand his expectations. Sometimes he is like a big brother; other times, he is a friend with a supportive hand on my shoulder. This relationship has allowed him to bring out the best in the players," Sandipan shared.
"Players like Abhishek Das, Agniv Pan, and many others have been together for many years now. This group, under Abdul (Monayem) Sir, has consistently achieved great things because he understands each player, and as a team, we strive to do our best," Sandipan added.
In addition to being one of the top batting all-rounders in Bengal, Sandipan runs a coaching center. This initiative allows him to switch his focus from his own cricketing career and share his knowledge with the next generation.
"I believe this brings out a different side of me. Working with kids and teaching them the basics of cricket is something I love. I truly enjoy being with them," Sandipan stated.
"During my childhood, I did not have access to many facilities here in Jagaddal, so I try to give them as much as I can and share my knowledge," he concluded.
Bengal Cricket Exclusive: Underrated, Calm and Matured Shreyan Chakraborty doing his job for East Bengal silently
Shreyan Chakraborty has been performing under pressure situations with both bat and ball for East Bengal in the last two seasons. The left-arm spinner hopes to gift trophies to the East Bengal fans.
Shreyan Chakraborty has been one of the most underrated players in Bengal cricket in the last few seasons. The left-arm spinner has silently performed well for East Bengal in the last two seasons and bailed out the Red and Gold brigade from tough situations with bat and ball in hand.
After helping East Bengal qualify for the C.A.B. First Division Championship final after nearly 10 years, with his 67/4 and 30 (64), Shreyan shared his thoughts with Sportz Point in an exclusive interview.
Underated? Does it even matter?
Image | C.A.B.
I have already called him underrated at the start of this interview. But does he believe he is underrated? If yes, does he enjoy that tag?
Well, for Shreyan, it is all about getting the job done. Be it taking the main wicket of the opponent's batting lineup, scoring crucial 40-50 runs or more with the bat in the lower order when the chips are down, or breaking an important partnership, like he did in the Kolkata derby against Mohun Bagan, Shreyan just wants to help East Bengal win.
But, he knows that at this age of modern cricket, even with the kind of performances he has delivered in the last two seasons, it is time that he breaks the underrated tag.
"Firstly, when you just want to do well for your team, it does not matter whether you are underrated or not. But, yes, when you perform and give your best day in and day out for your team, you obviously love it when people appreciate you and love you. It boosts you as an athlete," Shreyan told Sportz Point.
Shreyan last played forBengalin his debut season in 2020, and later, he got COVID, which ruled him out of the team. Since then, he has not been able to break the doors of Bengal cricket even with great performances. That is why Shreyan feels that if he had the limelight on him, it might have been easier for him to get that call back to Bengal cricket again.
"When you have the limelight on you, you get closer to the Bengal team. That is why you perform and give your 200% each day. Everyone wants to play at the highest level and do well there," Shreyan shared.
Shreyan feels he was fortunate enough to represent Bengal at the first-class level in 2020. But he feels that he did not do justice to his talent at that time in the red ball format. However, with age, more games and, most importantly, trophies, Shryean feels he is at his best in terms of maturity and skill to represent Bengal again.
That is why he calls out to Cricket to give him another chance to play at the highest level.
"I am fortunate that I got the chance to don that Bengal jersey in 2020. But, be it white ball or red ball, I feel I have matured now as a cricketer and at my best shape to represent Bengal again. I still hope that the team management is looking at my performances and will give me another chance to play for the state," Shreyan expressed.
Even though he has this constant thought of playing for Bengal again, whenever he plays for big clubs like East Bengal, the goal is entirely different for him. According to Shreyan, these big clubs want and expect trophies. To win trophies, you need to win the big moments and do well in pressure situations. That is what he focuses on during his training and match days.
"When you play for big clubs like East Bengal, there is no chance you think about something other than helping the team to win. That's it. The focus remains on winning big moments, doing well in pressure situations. I think it is the same for everyone in the team," Shreyan stated.
But, how does he prepare himself for those big situations? For him, it is all about keeping it simple, following the process and being aggressive, without being aggressive.
"Firstly, you need to love being in a pressure situation. I love that. I love being there and taking the team over the line. Be it with ball, bat or fielding. I just try to follow a simple process and mentally be aggressive against any opponent," the 28-year-old left-arm spinner mentioned.
Shreyan pictured during his inning against Mohun Bagan. Image | Collected
With the ball in hand, Shreyan has been one of Bengal's best in business. But, post 2020, he felt he needed to add more value to the team, and that is why he made a conscious effort to work on his batting and those valuable runs down the order. Throughout the entire season, Shreyan has bailed out East Bengal from tough situations, batting at the lower middle order.
"I know that I am one of the best in business in the state in terms of bowling left-arm spin or contributing on the field. But, I wanted to have another aspect to my game so that teams could not leave me out due to team combinations."
"That is why I made a conscious effort to work on my batting in the off-season, and it has worked like magic for me. I hope to keep contributing with the bat like I have been doing in recent times."
On the verge of a great victory
Image | C.A.B.
Shreyan and the whole East Bengal team are now on the verge of gifting the fans something that they have not tasted in the last 10 years, a league championship trophy in cricket. But, they will be up against the defending champions, Bhowanipur Club, who have been the best team in Bengal in the last few seasons.
"The good thing is that we have already tasted success in the P.Sen Trophy. And we have a team that can win from any situation against any team. Bhowanipur is a strong team. How they defeated Kalighat is quite commanding."
"I know it will be a great final against them. I am hopeful that we will be able to gift the fans the trophy they have been waiting for a long time now," Shreyan stated.