Mohun Bagan Clinches ISL Title in Extra-Time Thriller Against Bengaluru FC

Mohun Bagan Super Giant secured their second Indian Super League (ISL) title after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bengaluru FC in the final on Monday. The match, which extended into extra time, saw Jamie Maclaren score the decisive goal in the 96th minute, following a dramatic equalizer from Jason Cummings.

Bengaluru FC took the lead in the 49th minute when an own goal by Mohun Bagan’s Alberto Rodriguez, who misjudged a cross from Ryan Williams, gave the Blues a 1-0 advantage. Despite several chances from both sides, it wasn’t until the 72nd minute that Mohun Bagan found their equalizer. Cummings converted a penalty after a handball by Bengaluru’s Sana.

With both teams unable to break the deadlock during regular time, the match headed into extra time. In the 96th minute, a brilliant assist by Dimitri Petratos found Maclaren, who calmly slotted the ball past Bengaluru goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu to give Bagan a 2-1 lead.

Despite a late push from Bengaluru, Mohun Bagan held firm in defense and secured the win, marking a memorable triumph in front of their passionate home crowd.

Key Performer of the Match

Jamie Maclaren (Mohun Bagan Super Giant)

The striker completed 10 out of his 11 attempted passes, and scored the winner that propelled his team to the ISL Cup win.

ISL 2024-25 Awards:

Best Grassroots Program: Jamshedpur FC

Best Elite Youth Program: Punjab FC

Golden Glove Award: Vishal Kaith (MBSG)

Golden Boot Award: Alaaeddine Ajaraie (NEUFC)

Emerging Player of the League: Brison Fernandes (FCG)

Golden Ball: Alaaeddine Ajaraie (NEUFC)

Match Highlights:

• 49’: Bengaluru FC took the lead with an own goal from Alberto Rodriguez.

• 72’: Mohun Bagan equalized with a penalty conversion by Jason Cummings.

• 96’: Jamie Maclaren scored the match-winner in extra time, securing Mohun Bagan's victory.

The victory adds to Mohun Bagan's illustrious history in Indian football, as they take home the prestigious ISL trophy.

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