The 135th IndianOil Durand Cup reaches its grand finale on Sunday as Kolkata's fierce rivals East Bengal FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant lock horns in a blockbuster Kolkata Derby at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, popularly known as Salt Lake Stadium. The final is scheduled to kick off at 5:00 PM IST.
The two sides had already met in the opening game of the tournament, with Mohun Bagan securing a 1-0 victory.
Now, more than a month later, they meet again with the Durand Cup trophy at stake. Both teams had to negotiate difficult knockout ties to reach the final, with each side winning their respective semifinals on penalties.
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East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan: A Final With History At Stake
Sunday's clash is more than just another Kolkata Derby. East Bengal are chasing their 17th Durand Cup title, while Mohun Bagan are aiming for an 18th trophy, which would further strengthen their position as the competition's most successful club.
For East Bengal, the final also presents an opportunity for revenge after losing to Mohun Bagan in the tournament opener. The Red and Gold Brigade have remained unbeaten since that defeat and will be hoping to complete their comeback by lifting the trophy.
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Mohun Bagan, meanwhile, will look to their experience and tournament form to finish the job. Sahal Abdul Samad has been one of their standout performers, while goalkeeper Vishal Kaith was instrumental in their semifinal penalty-shootout victory over defending champions NorthEast United FC.
East Bengal Team News
East Bengal have suffered a major blow ahead of the final with PV Vishnu ruled out through injury. Vishnu has been one of their important attacking players during the tournament, and his absence could force head coach Antonio Habas to alter his attacking combination.
Mohun Bagan Team News
Mohun Bagan head coach Panagiotis Dilmperis will have to manage a demanding schedule after the Mariners travelled to Shillong for their semifinal against NorthEast United before returning to Kolkata for the final. Dejan Drazic is available after his short injury scare.
East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan Predicted Lineups
East Bengal FC Predicted XI: Prabhsukhan Singh Gill; Hardik Bhatt, Anwar Ali, Sandip Mandi, Jay Gupta; Jeakson Singh, Mohammed Rashid, Bipin Singh, Edmund Lalrindika, Dani Ramirez; Jesin TK
Mohun Bagan Predicted XI: Vishal Kaith; Abhishek Singh, Rahul Bheke, Alberto Rodriguez, Subhasish Bose; Samir Zeljkovic, Apuia; Manvir Singh, Sahal Abdul Samad, Liston Colaco; Jamie Maclaren
East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan: When And Where To Watch
The Durand Cup 2026 final between East Bengal and Mohun Bagan will be played at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium), Kolkata, on Sunday, August 23.
Match: East Bengal FC vs Mohun Bagan Super Giant
Competition: Durand Cup 2026 Final
Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM IST
Venue: Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata
Live Streaming: Sony LIV
Live Telecast: Sony Sports Network
All 43 matches of the 135th Durand Cup are being broadcast on the Sony Sports Network and streamed live on Sony LIV.