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Mumbai City vs East Bengal ISL 2024-25 Highlights: East Bengal and Mumbai share points via goalless draw despite chances for both teams

Read the highlights of the Mumbai City vs East Bengal match in ISL 2024-25. East Bengal and Mumbai City FC shared a point each as the match ended in a goalless draw.

Jan 31, 2025, 4:04 PM1 min read

Mumbai City vs East Bengal LIVE updates, ISL 2024-25 scores, news and commentary: Diamantakos with a chance in the first half | Sportz Point

Hello and welcome everyone to another live coverage of Indian Super League 2024-25. Tonight, we will keep you updated with Mumbai City vs East Bengal LIVE Updates, set to be played at Mumbai Football Arena in Mumbai.

East Bengal are struggling at number eleven on the points table with only 17 points. Meantime the Islanders are at number six at the moment on the points table and they will look to enter the top four with a win at their home against the Ultras.

Both East Bengal and Mumbai have won their last matches in the ISL, and we can expect an exciting match in Mumbai.

This is Koushik Biswas, who will bring you all the LIVE updates of the match. So, sit back and relax and enjoy the coverage.

LIVE Updates

Jan 31, 2025, 4:01 PM

Final Verdict

East Bengal had their chances and Diamantakos could not take it. Mumbai also had a few chances in the second half via Vikram Pratap Singh. 

Both teams now have to be satisfied with 1 point. 

I hope you enjoyed the coverage. 

This was Koushik Biswas with all the updates for you. Good night and see you in our next LIVE coverage. 

Jan 31, 2025, 3:59 PM

Points table after the match

Indian Super League Standings

# Club Played Won Draw Lost GF GA GD Points Form
1 Mohun Bagan Super Giant 18 12 4 2 32 14 18 40 W D D W W
2 FC Goa 17 9 6 2 32 20 12 33 W W D D W
3 Jamshedpur FC 17 10 1 6 27 28 -1 31 W L D W W
4 NorthEast United FC 18 7 7 4 35 23 12 28 W D D D D
5 Bengaluru FC 18 8 4 6 31 25 6 28 L L D L L
6 Mumbai City FC 18 7 7 4 22 22 0 28 D W D L W
7 Odisha FC 17 6 6 5 34 28 6 24 W L D L D
8 Kerala Blasters FC 19 7 3 9 30 30 0 24 W L D W W
9 Punjab FC 16 6 2 8 23 23 0 20 L D D L L
10 East Bengal FC 18 5 3 10 18 23 -5 18 D W L L L
11 Chennaiyin FC 19 4 6 9 24 32 -8 18 L L D D D
12 Hyderabad FC 18 3 4 11 16 37 -21 13 L W D D L
13 Mohammedan SC 17 2 5 10 8 27 -19 11 L D W D D

 

Jan 31, 2025, 3:56 PM

Full time | MCFC 0-0 EBFC

No goals from either teams despite chances for both teams. 

Diamantakos with a few chances and hit the post twice. Gill made a few changes to deny Mumbai a goal. 

Mahesh wins the player of the match award.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:53 PM

90+4' | Change for Mumbai

Noufal replaces Chhangte

Jan 31, 2025, 3:50 PM

5 minutes added

5 minutes added to the full time.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:48 PM

88' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Vikram Pratap for fouling Gill. He will miss the next match as well.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:44 PM

85' | Change for East Bengal

Vishnu is replaced by Sayan.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:43 PM

83' | Save from Gill

Valpuia's shot bounce in front of Gill and he dived to his right to make the save.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:41 PM

81' | Save from Gill

Crucial save from Gill. 

Yoell Van Nieff made a quick turn and his effort went in between Nunga's leg. 

Top class save from Gill to deny the goal.

 

Jan 31, 2025, 3:39 PM

That rescue from Nunga

Jan 31, 2025, 3:39 PM

79' | Change for East Bengal

Provat Lakra replaces Nandha Kumar

Jan 31, 2025, 3:37 PM

77' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Celis.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:36 PM

76' | Diamantakos hits the post

Mumbai City vs East Bengal ISL 2024-25 Highlights: Dimitrios Diamantakos hit the post twice in the match | sportzpoint.com

Mahesh with a lobbed ball from left and Diamnatakos with another header that hits the post.

Unlucky for him and East Bengal. 

Jan 31, 2025, 3:35 PM

75' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Chhangte

Jan 31, 2025, 3:33 PM

73' | Handball from Nandha

Insane from Nandha Kumar. 

What was he trying to do there?

At the edge of the box, he handled the ball and he gets the yellow card. 

Jan 31, 2025, 3:29 PM

69' | Vikram Partap with a great run

Top class effort from Vikram Pratap to make a quick run, beating Nandha Kumar and then make an entry into the box. However, no one was there to accept his cross.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:28 PM

69' | Change for East Bengal

David is replaced by Zo.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:27 PM

67' | Vikram with a chance

Vikram takes a chance from the edge of the box and goes for a shot with his left foot.

Gill with an easy save. 

Jan 31, 2025, 3:24 PM

64' | Nunga with a block

Nunga rescues East Bengal as Vikram dunk the ball over an incoming Gill. Nunga came from behind to make the interception.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:23 PM

63' | Double change for Mumbai

Double change for Mumbai. 

Yoell Van Nieff replaces Bipin Singh. Krouma is replaced by Jorge Ortiz.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:20 PM

61' | Good from Vikram

Good from Vikram Pratap, who sent in a good cross from right. But, it went straight to Gill.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:19 PM

59' | Chance again for East Bengal

Good ball from Celis, across the box, but it was always curving away from Diamantakos inside the box.

Chance for the away team.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:15 PM

55' | Lobbed ball from David

David won the ball back at the halfway mark. He tried for a lobbed ball for Diamantakos. 

But, it was a bit long for him.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:13 PM

53' | Brandon takes a chance

Toral played it out wide to Brandon. Barndon looked for Bipin, but he was covered by Souvick. 

So, he decided to take the shot. But, it was not on target.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:09 PM

49' | Huge miss from Vikram

Toral to Chhangte out in the wide and Chhangte lobbed the ball across to Bipin head down the ball. 

The ball hit Vikram and eventually it was a goal kick for East Bengal. 

Jan 31, 2025, 3:07 PM

47' | Early corner for East Bengal

Through ball for Nandha Kumar, who passed the ball to Vishnu. 

Vinshu wanted to go past Bipin and won the corner for them.

Jan 31, 2025, 3:05 PM

46' | Second half starts

Second half starts.

Jan 31, 2025, 2:51 PM

First half | MCFC 0-0 EBFC

No goals in the first half.

East Bengal looked the better side but without any result to show for them.

A few saves from Lachenpa, a miss from Diamantakos and then he hit the post right before the half-time.

Lot more action to come. Surely Mumbai need to do better. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:47 PM

45+2' | Diamantakos hits the post

Mumbai City vs East Bengal LIVE updates, ISL 2024-25 scores, news and commentary: Diamantakos with a chance in the first half | Sportz Point

What a shot by Diamantakos! 

He did everything to make a quick turn and attack the near post. 

Lachenpa was beaten and the ball hit the post. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:46 PM

45' | Three minutes added

Three minutes added to the first half. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:46 PM

44' | Chance of the day for Diamantakos

Top class run from Vishnu and then came a pin point accurate cross from right by him.

Diamantakos went for a header and could not find the back of the net. The ball touched his hand as well. 

He gets a yellow card too. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:43 PM

43' | Chance for Mumbai

Mumbai City vs East Bengal LIVE updates, ISL 2024-25 scores, news and commentary - Bipin Singh in action | Sportz Point

Chhangte moved to left win and made a solid run before sending a cross for Bipin. But, Bipin could not control the cross and it went for a goal-kick.

Jan 31, 2025, 2:42 PM

42' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Souvick for a foul on Chhangte. He will miss the next match.

Jan 31, 2025, 2:41 PM

41' | Nandha with a solo run

Nandha makes a solo run inside the Mumbai box. But, he was not able to get the final touch. It goes for a goal-kick.

Jan 31, 2025, 2:40 PM

Meantime, Vishnu won the GOTW award

Jan 31, 2025, 2:37 PM

37' | Toral is injured

Toral tried to lob the ball over Yuste after chest trapping the long ball. He gets an elbow from Yuste. 

Free-kick for Mumbai. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:35 PM

34' | Barondon's shot goes over the goal

Toral and Bipin played among themselves at the edge of the box before Toral found Brandon with a pass. 

However, Barndon could not be on target as the bounce did not help him to get the shot perfectly. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:33 PM

That double save from Lachenpa

Jan 31, 2025, 2:30 PM

30' | Vishnu with a chance

East Bengal are doing well to press high and push Mumbai defenders make a mistake. One of those mistakes led Vishnu make a solo run inside the box.

However, he was not able to take the shot. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:26 PM

26' | Lachenpa comes out again

Lobbed ball for Diamantakos to go inside the box. But, Lachenpa was sharp enough to come out and head the ball out of danger. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:25 PM

24' | Celis with another shot

Celis tries his chance to go solo and then take a shot from 30 yards. It is deflected away for a corner. 

He could have looked to his left and pass it to Diamantakos.

Jan 31, 2025, 2:24 PM

23' | Ouuuuu.. Mehtab

Vishnu's cross from right was not negotiated well by Mehtab. It could have gone anywhere. 

It goes for a corner but Diamantakos wasted the chance with a long corner. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:23 PM

22' | Valpuia takes a chance with a volley

Bipin Singh's cross was deflected away by Yuste which fell onto the feet of Valpuia, who went for a volley. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:21 PM

20' | Nearly an own goal from Tiri

Nishu Kumar's cross was nearly deflected inside the goal by Tiri. Croner for East Bengal. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:19 PM

18' | Great tackle from Valpuia

Excellent from the Indian defender as Celis was running inside the box with the ball. 

Top notch tackle to win the ball back for Mumbai.

Jan 31, 2025, 2:18 PM

17' | Waste from Celis

Do not know what he was trying there. A long corner from Celis which crossed the byline on the other side of the field. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:17 PM

15' | Vishnu goes for the goal

Vishnu from the right tries a spectacular left-footed shot. But, he was not on target.  

Jan 31, 2025, 2:14 PM

13' | Double save from Lachenpa

Double save from Lachenpa as Mahesh's whipped cross found Nandha on the right. Nandha's shot was saved by a diving Lachenpa.

Jan 31, 2025, 2:12 PM

11' | Save from Lachenpa

Short free-kick converted into a one-two pass between Mahesh and Celis. 

The final shot from Mahesh towards the far post was saved by Lachenpa.

Jan 31, 2025, 2:09 PM

9' | Diamantakos is offside

Nishu Kumar did well there to win the ball back and play a through ball for Diamantakos. 

However, the striker was offside by a centimeter, there. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:08 PM

8' | Yuste with a interception

Bipin Singh with a cross from left for Vikram to tap in middle. However, Yuste came in between to stop that.

Jan 31, 2025, 2:07 PM

6' | Celis goes deep to chase the ball

Celis did well to chase the ball as Lachenpa tried to be cheeky with his pass. He nearly got a touch to the ball as the ball went over the line.

Jan 31, 2025, 2:06 PM

6' | Change for Mumbai

Forced change for Mumbai as Vikram Pratap Singh replaces Karelis.

Jan 31, 2025, 2:05 PM

4' | Karelis is injured

 Karelis is injured and down on the ground. 

I do not believe he will be able to continue. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:04 PM

2' | Celis with a shot on target

Celis takes a chance from a long range. However, it is an easy grab for Lachenpa. 

Jan 31, 2025, 2:02 PM

Kick-off!

Kick-off in Mumbai as fans sing Vande Mataram! 

Mumbai in their sky-blue and East Bengal in their red and gold.

Jan 31, 2025, 1:49 PM

Warmups done!

Jan 31, 2025, 1:48 PM

Ultars in Mumbai

Jan 31, 2025, 1:21 PM

Lineups | East Bengal

Starting XI: Lalchungnunga, Richard Enrique Celis Sanchez, Diamantakos Dimitrios, Nandha Kumar, Prabhsukhan Singh Gill, David Lalhlansanga, Nishu Kumar, Souvik Chakrabarti, Naorem Mahesh Singh, Hector Yuste Canton, P V Vishnu

Subs: Provat Lakra, Debjit Majumder, Aditya Patra, Jesin TK Thonikkara, Aman CK, Suman Dey, Sayan Banerjee, Chaku Mandi, Mark Zothanpuia

Jan 31, 2025, 1:20 PM

Lineups | Mumbai City FC

Starting XI: Phurba Tempa Lachenpa, Hmingthanmawia, Jose Luis Espinosa Arroyo, Mehtab Singh, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Nikolaos Karelis, Brandon Fernandes, Thaer Krouma, Jon Miquel Toral Harper, Nathan Asher Rodrigues, Th Bipin Singh

Subs: Vikram Partap Singh, Yoell Van Nieff, Jorge Ortiz Mendoza, Franklin Robin Nazareth, Jayesh Dilip Rane, Ahan Prakash, Prabir Das, Sahil Panwar, Noufal P.N.

Jan 31, 2025, 10:57 AM

MCFC vs EBFC: Head-to-head Stats

Matches Played Mumbai City FC Wins East Bengal FC Wins Draws
9 6 2 1

 

Jan 31, 2025, 10:53 AM

Tonight's Venue | Mumbai Football Arena

Mumbai Football Arena | sportzpoint.com

Jan 31, 2025, 10:52 AM

Streaming Deatils

Indian football fans can watch the match LIVE on Sports 18 TV Channel and Jio Cinema App and Website for free.

Jan 31, 2025, 10:52 AM

Match details

Match: Mumbai City FC vs East Bengal FC

Tournament: Indian Super League 2024-25

Date: 31st January 2025

Time: 7.30 pm IST

Venue: Mumbai Football Arena

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Top 5 Indian Players to Watch in ISL 2025

The Indian Super League (ISL) has consistently served as a launch pad for India’s most promising football talent. Here are top 5 Indian players to watch in ISL 2025.

Jun 28, 2025, 1:11 PM3 min read

Top 5 Indian Players to Watch in ISL 2025

The Indian Super League (ISL) has consistently served as a launch pad for India’s most promising football talent. The ISL 2024-25 season was no different, with young stars lighting up the league and charting the future course of Indian football.

Here are top 5 Indian players to watch in ISL 2025.

Also Read: Highest scoring footballers of the 21st century

Indian Players to Watch in ISL 2025

1. Dippendu Biswas | Mohun Bagan Super Giant

Top 5 Indian Players to Watch in ISL 2025

Dippendu Biswas, 21, made 14 appearances in a star-studded MBSG line-up and carved an impact with his defensive contributions, comprising 14 interceptions and victorious tackles each, 42 duels won and 39 recoveries.

He also occasionally delivered upfront; producing a goal and two assists and was named the ISL Emerging Player of the Month for February 2025.

2. Vinith Venkatesh | Bengaluru FC

Vinith Venkatesh

Bengaluru FC has a track record of producing young talent for the nation. With Gerard Zaragoza in the managerial position, one of the players who made his mark this season is Vinith Venkatesh.

The 19-year-old impressed many with his dribbling and passing ability. A passing accuracy of 80per cent alongside 191 successful passes and 9 successful dribbles in only 602 minutes makes him a great prospect for the Blues’ future. Vinith has not only got a solitary goal and two assists to his name this ISL season but has also scored twice against Mohammedan SC and once against Mohun Bagan in the Durand Cup.

3. Brison Fernandes | FC Goa

Top 5 Indian Players to Watch in ISL 2025

Another player that has been a break-out talent this year is Brison Fernandes. From Goa’s under 18 team to being an out right starter, it has been quite a rise for Brison.

Brison has managed to impress with his dribbling and shooting capability scoring seven goals and assisting twice. The 23-year-old created 27 chances for the Gaurs and provided 25 key passes into the final third. With his direct play, the left-winger emerged as one of the most exciting young Indian players to watch this season.

4. Tekcham Abhishek Singh | Punjab FC

Top 5 Indian Players to Watch in ISL 2025

In only his second ISL campaign, defender Tekcham Abhishek Singh impressed with returns that saw him become the player with the third-most interceptions (47).

The 20-year-old won seven aerial duels, 17 tackles, 23 clearances, in addition to making 70 recoveries, while forming an impeccable partnership with Nikhil Prabhu, who made the most interceptions in the league in the season gone by (56).

Also Read: Top scorers in ISL history

5. Macarton Louis Nickson | NorthEast United FC

Top 5 Indian Players to Watch in ISL 2025

NorthEast United made it to the play-offs after three years, while most of the credits go to its foreign players like Alaaeddine Ajaraie and Nestor Albiach, a player that went under the radar is young midfielder Macarton Nickson.

With 21 appearances and a passing accuracy of 73 per cent, he has really shone under Juan Pedro Benali this season. The 21-year-old has established himself as a box to box midfielder providing both in defence and attack. 

Defensively, Macarton has 97 recoveries and 13 interceptions. In attack as well, he has been able to support by providing 2two goals, one assists and 22 successful dribbles making him a beautiful player to watch.

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Indian football transfer News: India international Jithin MS to stay with NorthEast United FC till 2028

Jithin, 27, joined the Northeast United FC at the start of the 2022-23 season and turned out for the Highlanders 79 times across competitions with 14 goals and 15 assists so far.

Jun 27, 2025, 11:39 AM3 min read

Indian football transfer News: India international Jithin MS to stay with NorthEast United FC till 2028 | sportzpoint.com
Image | NEUFC

NorthEast United FC on Friday announced that India international Jithin MS has signed a contract extension with the club, which will keep him with the club until the end of the 2028 season. 

Jithin, 27, joined the club at the start of the 2022-23 season and turned out for the Highlanders 79 times across competitions with 14 goals and 15 assists so far. Jithin, who won the Santosh Trophy with Kerala (2017-18) and multiple I-League titles with Gokulam Kerala (2020-21, 2021-22), has flourished at NorthEast United FC. 

Indian football transfer News: India international Jithin MS to stay with NorthEast United FC till 2028

Jithin’s impact reached new heights during the 133rd Durand Cup, where he was awarded the prestigious Golden Ball as the tournament’s Most Valuable Player. He scored four goals and provided three assists during the campaign, helping NorthEast United FC lift their first-ever major trophy.

Read Also | Top scorers in ISL history

In the 2024–25 ISL season, Jithin continued to impress with his electrifying pace and flair down the flanks. He was the only Indian player to feature in the league’s top ten for assists, finishing with five. He is sixth on the list of players with the most chances created (41 chances) and is one of the three NorthEast United FC players on the top-10 list, alongside Alaaeddine Ajaraie (52) and Buanthanglun Samte (43).

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“My teammates and the coaching staff have helped me improve a lot, and their support has been instrumental in winning the Golden Ball and earning a call-up to the national team. I’m proud to have achieved these milestones with NorthEast United FC. This club has become home over the past three years, and I’m delighted to continue for another three years,” Jithin said.

“Jithin is an exceptional footballer, one of the best Indian players in his position, and what he has accomplished so far is truly commendable. His rise to becoming an India international is a testament to his relentless hard work, dedication, and hunger to grow every single day. I’m delighted that a player of Jithin’s calibre will continue with us for the next three years,” Juan Pedro Benali, head coach of NorthEast United FC, said.

“Jithin’s journey has been inspiring. His India call-up highlights the dedication and professionalism he brings to the pitch, embodying everything we strive for at NorthEast United FC. He is a key part of our journey, and we’re thrilled to have him with us for three more years,” Mandar Tamhane, CEO, NorthEast United FC, said.

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Top scorers in ISL history

Discover the all-time top scorers in ISL history, featuring Sunil Chhetri's unmatched record and other legendary players in the run. Get the full stats here.

Jun 26, 2025, 5:43 PM6 min read

Top scorers in ISL history | sportzpoint.com

The Indian Super League has completed 11 seasons, which have given us sensational moments to cherish in Indian football. We have witnessed some thrilling matches, and in this highly competitive tournament, players around the globe joined hands to bring the best out of this sport.

Get ready to find out the top scorers in ISL history, with Sunil Chhetri single-handedly dominating the charts with 75 goals.

1. Sunil Chhetri (75 goals)

Sunil Chhetri ranks no. 1 as Top scorers in ISL history | sportzpoint.com
Sunil Chhetri in action for Bengaluru FC in ISL. Image | NDTV
  • Goals: 75
  • Appearances: 183 (2015-2025)
  • Nationality: Indian 🇮🇳
  • Teams played for in ISL: Mumbai City FC, Bengaluru FC

The undisputed king of ISL goal scoring, Sunil Chhetri, is the top scorer with 75 goals in the tournament's history. He is the only Indian footballer in the list who is not only in the top 5, but also holds the first place.

Chhetri has consistently been one of the best performers and a multiple-time ISL Golden Boot contender. He is also the oldest player to score an ISL hat-trick, at the age of 40 years and 126 days in 2024 for his current team, Bengaluru FC.

Read Also: Sunil Chhetri Special Moments in Indian Football

2. Bartholomew Ogbeche (63 goals)

Bartholomew Ogbeche holds the second rank for Top scorers in ISL history | sportzpoint.com
Bartholomew Ogbeche playing for Hyderabad FC in ISL. Image | The Bridge
  • Goals: 65
  • Appearances: 98 (2018-2025)
  • Nationality: Nigerian 🇳🇬
  • Teams played for in ISL: NorthEast United, Kerala Blasters, Mumbai City FC, Hyderabad FC.

Bartholomew Ogbeche, known for his adaptability and lethal finishing, has scored 65 goals in the ISL. He found success across multiple clubs and has been a key part of Hyderabad FC's championship-winning side.

Ogbeche won the Golden Boot in the 2021-22 season and holds the record for most hat-tricks in ISL history, scoring 4 hat-tricks in his career.

3. Roy Krishna (58 goals)

Roy Krishna is one among the Top scorers in ISL history | sportzpoint.com
Roy Krishna playing for Odisha FC in ISL. Image | X
  • Goals: 58
  • Appearances: 116 (2020-2025)
  • Nationality: Fijian 🇫🇯
  • Teams played for in ISL: ATK Mohun Bagan, Bengaluru FC, Odisha FC

Roy Krishna made his ISL debut in 2020 and climbed to the Top 3 in a very short period of time. His contributions with goals as well as assists become a vital part of every team he plays for, especially his current club, Odisha FC.

Krishna is a constant threat in the tournament, known for his ability to score from various positions. He holds the record for most goals scored by an individual against a single club in ISL (10 goals against Jamshedpur FC).

Read Also: Football teams with the most international trophies.

4. Ferran Corominas (48 goals)

Coro is one among the Top scorers in ISL history | sportzpoint.com
Coro playing for FC Goa in ISL. Image | Instagram
  • Goals: 48
  • Appearances: 57 (2017-2020)
  • Nationality: Spanish 🇪🇸
  • Teams played for in ISL: FC Goa

The fiery Spanish striker, Ferran Corominas, holds the fourth place, having scored 48 goals in only 57 appearances. He showcased his immediate impact by scoring hat-tricks in his third and fourth ISL matches for FC Goa.

Coro has won the most ISL Golden Boot awards (2 times), in consecutive years (2017-18 with 18 goals and 2018-19 with 16 goals). He is one of the incredible footballers in the tournament who set the standard for foreign strikers.

5. Diego Mauricio (47 goals)

Diego Mauricio is among the Top scorers in ISL history | sportzpoint.com
Diego Mauricio in ISL. Image | X
  • Goals: 47
  • Appearances: 92 (2020-2025)
  • Nationality: Brazilian 🇧🇷
  • Teams played for in ISL: Mumbai City FC, Odisha FC

Diego Mauricio has been a powerful striker for Odisha FC since his debut season in 2020. He scored 47 goals in his ISL career so far and made his mark brilliantly.

He won the Golden Boot in the 2022-23 season with 12 goals, also helping them qualify for the playoffs for the first time. Diego was a key player in Odisha FC's Kalinga Super Cup triumph in 2023, which is their first-ever major title.

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6. Lallianzuala Chhangte (45 goals)

Lallianzuala Chhangte is among the Top scorers in ISL history | sportzpoint.com
Lallianzuala Chhangte playing for Mumbai City FC in ISL. Image | X
  • Goals: 45
  • Appearances: 163 (2017-2025)
  • Nationality: Indian 🇮🇳
  • Teams played for in ISL: Delhi Dynamos FC, Chennaiyin FC, Mumbai City FC

Lallianzuala Chhangte is the only Indian footballer, after Chhetri, to cross the 40-goal mark in ISL history. Known for his speed and dribbling skills, he scored 45 goals, spanning from 2017 to 2025.

Chhangte has consistently improved during his ISL career, playing for clubs like Mumbai City FC and achieving a swift pace in his goal-scoring technique.

7. Cleiton Silva (36 goals)

Cleiton Silva is among the Top scorers in ISL history | sportzpoint.com
Cleiton Silva in the Indian Super League. Image | Facebook
  • Goals: 36
  • Appearances: 95 (2020-2025)
  • Nationality: Brazilian 🇧🇷
  • Teams played for in ISL: Bengaluru FC, East Bengal FC

The Brazilian forward, Cleiton Silva, is known as a reliable goal scorer and calm finisher. He has performed well for both Bengaluru FC and East Bengal FC, often keeping the limelight.

He has scored 36 goals throughout his ISL career, which places him in the 7th position here.

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8. Marcelinho (34 goals)

Marcelinho is among the Top scorers in ISL history | sportzpoint.com
Marcelinho playing for FC Pune City in an ISL match. Image | Pinterest
  • Goals: 34 goals
  • Appearances: 87 (2016-2022)
  • Nationality: Brazilian 🇧🇷
  • Teams played for in ISL: Delhi Dynamos FC, FC Pune City, Hyderabad FC, Odisha FC, ATK Mohun Bagan, NorthEast United. FC

Marcelinho is one of the early stars of this tournament, who played his last ISL season for NorthEast United FC in 2021-22. He scored 34 goals in his tenure and also won the Golden Boot in 2016 with Delhi Dynamos FC, scoring 10 goals in that season.

He is known for his powerful shots and ability to create scoring chances.

9. Hugo Boumous (34 goals)

Hugo Boumous is among the Top scorers in ISL history | sportzpoint.com
Hugo Boumous representing Mumbai City FC in ISL. Image | Instagram
  • Goals: 34
  • Appearances: 122 (2017-2025)
  • Nationality: French 🇫🇷
  • Teams played for in ISL: FC Goa, Mumbai City FC, ATK Mohun Bagan, Odisha F.C.

Hugo Boumous stands out as the only midfielder in this list, having scored 34 goals in his ISL career. He has been a key player for multiple teams and is known for his creativity, scoring, and assisting.

Boumous is among the top players for all-time ISL goal contributions (goals + assists).

Read Also:  ISL Winners List since 2014

10. Jorge Pereyra Diaz (31 goals)

Jorge Pereyra Diaz is among the Top scorers in ISL history | sportzpoint.com
Jorge Pereyra Diaz in ISL. Image | BBC
  • Goals: 31
  • Appearances: 72 (2021-2025)
  • Nationality: Argentine 🇦🇷
  • Teams played for in ISL: Kerala Blasters FC, Mumbai City FC, Bengaluru FC

Jorge Pereyra Diaz is a hard-working forward who debuted for Kerala Blasters FC in 2021. He mainly contributes with goals and link-up play. He scored 31 goals in his 72 ISL appearances.

Diaz was a key figure in Mumbai City FC's League Shield triumph in 2023 and ISL Cup win in 2023-24.

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DPDL Launches Nationwide Campaign to Tackle Age Fraud in Youth Football

Double Pass Development League (DPDL) has announced a new regulatory framework, designed to curb age and identity fraud, which includes a two-season limit per age group and the introduction of the DPDL Digital ID Card.

Jun 26, 2025, 8:22 AM3 min read

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In a major step toward strengthening the integrity of grassroots and youth football in India, the Double Pass Development League (DPDL) has announced the rollout of a comprehensive set of age verification reforms for the upcoming season.

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The new regulatory framework is designed to curb age and identity fraud — a growing concern that has undermined the credibility of youth competitions nationwide.

Founded in 2019, the Double Pass Development League (DPDL) is India’s largest AIFF-approved grassroots and youth football league. With operations in multiple cities including Bengaluru, Mumbai and New Delhi, and a partnership with European football development leader Double Pass, DPDL delivers structured, competitive, and long-term development environments for players aged 5 to 18.

The new measures, effective immediately across all DPDL cities, aim to ensure fair participation, safeguard honest academies, and promote age-appropriate player development.

The league, which has operated since 2019 in partnership with Belgium-based Double Pass and is recognised by the All India Football Federation (AIFF), is among the most structured youth football ecosystems in the country.

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Key regulatory updates

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  • Introduction of the DPDL Digital ID Card
    Each player will now receive a unique DPDL ID card embedded with a photograph, date of birth, verified documents, and a QR code for on-ground verification. This will be scanned at match venues to prevent impersonation and misrepresentation.

  • Two-Season Limit Per Age Category
    In a move to ensure players compete at appropriate age levels, individuals will now be allowed to participate in a single age category for a maximum of two seasons. This rule will also take into account participation in past seasons dating back to 2019.

  • Independent Age Verification Committee
    An expert panel will be established to evaluate disputed or extreme cases of suspected age discrepancy. The committee will include senior DPDL officials, football association representatives, pediatric specialists, and documentation experts. Where necessary, advanced assessments such as TW3 bone age tests may be recommended.

  • Two-Year Ban for Proven Violations
    Teams found guilty of age or identity fraud will face suspension from all DPDL competitions for two consecutive seasons. The league has also stated that coaches or staff complicit in such cases may be subject to further disciplinary measures.

  • Standardised Physical Benchmarks for Younger Age Groups
    For the U7, U9, and U11 categories, DPDL will implement height and weight benchmarks defined by pediatric consultants. This step addresses concerns regarding physical dominance in early age groups that may not align with documented age.

“Youth football must be built on the pillars of fairness and integrity,” said Sarthak Dubey, Founder and CEO of DPDL. “These reforms are not just administrative updates — they are essential safeguards to ensure that honest players and ethical academies are protected. We are committed to building a credible and transparent footballing pathway for India.”

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The announcement builds on DPDL’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its integrity framework, following isolated incidents in past seasons where discrepancies in player documentation and eligibility were identified.

In each confirmed case, the league took prompt and appropriate disciplinary action — including point deductions, disqualification from knockout stages, and temporary suspensions of involved personnel — reinforcing its commitment to fair play and accountability.

With the new framework in place, DPDL hopes to set a national benchmark for how youth football leagues across the country address age fraud.

Note: This article has been created from an official press release

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Manolo Marquez likely to step down as Indian Football team coach

Manolo Marquez has decided to resign after team's poor performance against Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers.

Jun 11, 2025, 10:46 AM2 min read

Manolo Marquez likely to step down as Indian Football team coach

National Football team coach Manolo Marquez has decided to resign after team's poor performance against Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers.

Manolo Marquez, who could not even beat a weak team like Hong Kong, which is 26th behind the Indian team in the FIFA rankings, mailed his resignation to the federation the night after the match. The federation has decided to officially announce the resignation of the national coach around Wednesday afternoon.

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India’s hopes of qualifying are now precarious

Indian men’s football has endured a challenging 18 months, marked by a single victory in 16 matches since the start of 2024. A 1-0 defeat to Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup qualifier on Tuesday exacerbated the situation, bringing the team’s struggles into sharp focus.

Fan discontent with head coach Igor Stimac’s successor, Manolo Marquez, have intensified after a string of demoralising losses, including three consecutive goalless games against Bangladesh, Thailand, and Hong Kong, leaving fans questioning the team’s ability. India’s hopes of qualifying for the 2027 Asia Cup are now precarious, and speculation surrounds Marquez’s future.

Marquez has not formally tendered his resignation

Rumours of Marquez’s potential resignation had already started doing the rounds as sources suggest that the Spaniard, who replaced Stimac in July 2024, is contemplating stepping down within a year of his appointment.

However, an All India Football Federation (AIFF) source confirmed Marquez has not formally tendered his resignation. The federation awaits official communication from him regarding his intentions but that too many not be simple.

“He can do so only after mutual agreement, that the AIFF gives him permission to part ways," an AIFF source said.

“We have not got any request in writing from Manolo that he wants to leave from the job. We can apply our mind only after he informs us what he wants," the source added.

India must win their remaining four matches

India must win their remaining four matches to maintain any hope of qualification, currently languishing at the bottom of their group. While home and away fixtures against Singapore are scheduled for the October international break, Marquez’s presence for those games remains uncertain.

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