Some observations of the performance of the East Bengal team today
In the first half, EB were clearly the dominant side, managing to keep possession and denying MB even the sniff of an attack (except an Apuia piledriver at the end of the half). They maintained their shape throughout. The defence was holding up well, with their new Argentinian recruit Kevin Sibille gelling well with Anwar Ali and keeping the MB attackers, particularly Liston and Maclaren at bay. The midfield, consisting of Miguel, Mahesh, Saul and Edmund continued to trouble the MB defence, though clear-cut scoring chances were few and far between. Hamid Ahadad suffered a hamstring injury and was substituted by Diamantakos in the 15th minute, and it was he who broke the deadlock in the 38th minute via a penalty.
In the second half, Molina brought on Cummings and later Petratos and the Australian trio, along with Liston, Sahal and Asish Rai, injected the much needed momentum in the MB attack. Though EB scored again, through Diamantakos in the 52nd minute, MB were looking dangerous and Anirudh Thapa managed to reduce the difference with a typical curler. Suddenly, there was a flurry of MB attacks and a goal seemed just to be in the corner. Eventually though, the Red and Gold brigade managed to hold their their own and grind out a well-deserved victory.
Some observations of the performance of the East Bengal team today
In the first half, EB were clearly the dominant side, managing to keep possession and denying MB even the sniff of an attack (except an Apuia piledriver at the end of the half). They maintained their shape throughout. The defence was holding up well, with their new Argentinian recruit Kevin Sibille gelling well with Anwar Ali and keeping the MB attackers, particularly Liston and Maclaren at bay. The midfield, consisting of Miguel, Mahesh, Saul and Edmund continued to trouble the MB defence, though clear-cut scoring chances were few and far between. Hamid Ahadad suffered a hamstring injury and was substituted by Diamantakos in the 15th minute, and it was he who broke the deadlock in the 38th minute via a penalty.
In the second half, Molina brought on Cummings and later Petratos and the Australian trio, along with Liston, Sahal and Asish Rai, injected the much needed momentum in the MB attack. Though EB scored again, through Diamantakos in the 52nd minute, MB were looking dangerous and Anirudh Thapa managed to reduce the difference with a typical curler. Suddenly, there was a flurry of MB attacks and a goal seemed just to be in the corner. Eventually though, the Red and Gold brigade managed to hold their their own and grind out a well-deserved victory.
This EB team plus Rashid plus Nikhil plus Jay this season
Debutant Diamond Harbour FC defeat East Bengal 2-1 and march into the finals of the Durand Cup
Kibu Vicuna keeps his perfect record against the Red and Gold brigade...he has now won five matches and drawn one against EB.
The wily coach had done his homework... EB's attacking trio of Miguel, Bipin and Mahesh were never at ease from the very beginning. Mirshad had an outstanding game, pulling off one save after another and the DHFC defence, led by Rabilal Mandi and Ajith Kumar, put on a solid display. EB's side back worries continued as Lalchungnunga and later, Provat Lakra, who replaced him, could not inspire much confidence. Diamantakos had an off day and missed two easy chances.
Diamond Harbour FC have now defeated 3 ISL teams--Mohammedan SC, Jamshedpur FC and East Bengal--in this tournament.
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Maybe @sam or any other member would be able to help...
East Bengal 2-1 Mohun Bagan
In the first half, EB were clearly the dominant side, managing to keep possession and denying MB even the sniff of an attack (except an Apuia piledriver at the end of the half). They maintained their shape throughout. The defence was holding up well, with their new Argentinian recruit Kevin Sibille gelling well with Anwar Ali and keeping the MB attackers, particularly Liston and Maclaren at bay. The midfield, consisting of Miguel, Mahesh, Saul and Edmund continued to trouble the MB defence, though clear-cut scoring chances were few and far between. Hamid Ahadad suffered a hamstring injury and was substituted by Diamantakos in the 15th minute, and it was he who broke the deadlock in the 38th minute via a penalty.
In the second half, Molina brought on Cummings and later Petratos and the Australian trio, along with Liston, Sahal and Asish Rai, injected the much needed momentum in the MB attack. Though EB scored again, through Diamantakos in the 52nd minute, MB were looking dangerous and Anirudh Thapa managed to reduce the difference with a typical curler. Suddenly, there was a flurry of MB attacks and a goal seemed just to be in the corner. Eventually though, the Red and Gold brigade managed to hold their their own and grind out a well-deserved victory.
These are very early days...we have to see how the team plays as the season progresses
Kibu Vicuna keeps his perfect record against the Red and Gold brigade...he has now won five matches and drawn one against EB.
The wily coach had done his homework... EB's attacking trio of Miguel, Bipin and Mahesh were never at ease from the very beginning. Mirshad had an outstanding game, pulling off one save after another and the DHFC defence, led by Rabilal Mandi and Ajith Kumar, put on a solid display. EB's side back worries continued as Lalchungnunga and later, Provat Lakra, who replaced him, could not inspire much confidence. Diamantakos had an off day and missed two easy chances.
Diamond Harbour FC have now defeated 3 ISL teams--Mohammedan SC, Jamshedpur FC and East Bengal--in this tournament.