- East Bengal take on Al-Shorta on Tuesday, October 13, at 7:15 PM IST at Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata.
- Naorem Mahesh Singh remains a long-term absentee.
- Fans in India can watch the match live on the FanCode app and website.
Al-Shorta SC in the AFC Champions League Two 2026-27 on Tuesday, October 13. The Group D encounter will take place at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, popularly known as Salt Lake Stadium, in Kolkata.
The Red and Gold Brigade will be eager to secure their first victory in the group stage after letting a two-goal lead slip in their opening match against Jordanian side Al-Hussein, which ended in a 2-2 draw.
Al-Shorta, meanwhile, arrive in Kolkata after beginning their campaign with a 1-0 win over Oman's Al-Seeb.
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With both teams targeting a strong position in Group D, the contest presents an important opportunity for East Bengal to make their home fixture count.
East Bengal vs Al-Shorta: Match Details
Match: East Bengal FC vs Al-Shorta SC
Competition: AFC Champions League Two 2026-27
Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Kick-off: 7:15 PM IST
Venue: Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata
East Bengal vs Al-Shorta Live Streaming Details
Football fans in India can watch the AFC Champions League Two clash live on the FanCode app and website.
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Live Streaming: FanCode app and website
TV Telecast: No television broadcast confirmed in India
The match is East Bengal's first home fixture of the ACL Two group stage, giving supporters an opportunity to back the team as it looks to secure three points on home soil.
East Bengal vs Al-Shorta: Team News
East Bengal head coach Antonio Lopez Habas has confirmed that Naorem Mahesh Singh remains a long-term absentee, while striker Effiong Nsungusi is yet to join the squad. Sandip Mandi is also reported to be a doubt after picking up a knock in the IFA Shield final against Mohun Bagan.
Habas said his side had returned to training after the international break and was confident ahead of the encounter. He also stressed the importance of maintaining the same level of concentration in both halves after East Bengal surrendered their lead against Al-Hussein.
Al-Shorta are expected to have a full squad available. The Iraqi side will look to continue their unbeaten run and build on their opening victory.
East Bengal vs Al-Shorta: Predicted Lineups
East Bengal FC (4-4-1-1)
Prabhsukhan Gill; Hardik Bhatt, Diego Zivulic, Anwar Ali, Jay Gupta; Mohammed Rashid, Jeakson Singh, Bipin Singh, PV Vishnu; Dani Ramirez; Lukasz Zwolinski.
Al-Shorta SC (4-2-3-1)
Jalal Hassan; Ahmed Yahya, Ruben Ramirez, Maytham Jabbar, Abbas Fadhil; Boaz Ngalamulume, Kingsley Kuku; Hussein Ali, Cristian Barco, Bassam Shakir; Leonel Ateba.
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Players To Watch
Dani Ramirez will be a key creative presence for East Bengal after scoring their opening goal against Al-Hussein. His ability to find spaces and supply the forwards could prove important against a well-organised opponent.
For Al-Shorta, Nigerian attacker Kingsley Kuku and striker Leonel Ateba pose significant threats. East Bengal will need to remain disciplined defensively while making the most of their chances at the other end.