East Bengal vs NorthEast United FC HIGHLIGHTS, ISL 2025-26: Ezzejjari, Miguel goals guide Red and Gold Brigade to 3-0 win – Sportstar
Kolkata, India – East Bengal secured a dominant 3-0 victory over NorthEast United FC in their Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 clash on Saturday. A commanding performance saw the Red and Gold Brigade showcase their attacking prowess, with goals from Liston Ezzejjari and Miguel Cerqueira proving decisive.
The match, held at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata, witnessed a spirited display from both teams in the early stages. However, East Bengal quickly established control, dictating the tempo and creating numerous opportunities. Ezzejjari opened the scoring in the 28th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse by NorthEast United. His clinical finish sent the home crowd into raptures, providing a crucial lead for his team.
First Half Dominance
East Bengal continued to press forward, relentlessly attacking the NorthEast United defense. Miguel Cerqueira doubled their advantage in the 39th minute, adding another well-taken goal to the scoreline. The second goal instilled confidence in the East Bengal players, and they continued to dominate possession and create chances. NorthEast United struggled to contain the relentless East Bengal attack, failing to mount a significant threat to the East Bengal goal.
The first half concluded with East Bengal leading 2-0, firmly in control of the match. The halftime break offered East Bengal a chance to regroup and further solidify their advantage. They returned to the field with renewed determination, continuing their relentless pursuit of a third goal.
Second Half Seal
In the second half, East Bengal maintained their dominance, rarely relinquishing control of the game. Miguel Cerqueira completed his brace in the 75th minute, extending East Bengal’s lead to 3-0. The goal effectively sealed the victory for the home side, putting NorthEast United under immense pressure.
NorthEast United attempted to rally in the closing stages, launching desperate attacks in search of a goal. However, the East Bengal defense stood firm, repelling their efforts and maintaining their clean sheet. The final whistle signaled the end of a convincing victory for East Bengal, showcasing their strength and determination in the ISL 2025-26 season.
With this win, East Bengal strengthens their position in the league standings, while NorthEast United faces a challenging task to recover from the defeat. The match highlighted East Bengal’s attacking capabilities and defensive resilience, solidifying their status as a formidable force in the competition.
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