KOLKATA: East Bengal ended their winless run as they edged past NorthEast United FC 1-0 at the Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan in the Indian Super League 2024-25 season on Friday, November 29, 2024.

A solitary goal from Dimitrios Diamantakos was enough for Oscar Bruzon’s men to secure their first win of the ongoing ISL season in a match that ended with 10 players each for both teams.

East Bengal FC were off the blocks quickly as Jeakson Singh caught the NorthEast United FC backline off guard with a vicious cross from the right flank.

The cross reached PV Vishnu in space in the penalty area but Gurmeet Singh kept out his tame subsequent effort in goal. The Red and Golds came close to scoring once again from a freekick from close range when Key Performer of the Match Madih Talal struck the target but was kept out by an outstretched Gurmeet, diving to his left.

Eventually, East Bengal FC’s early pressure and persistence in attack paid dividends as Diamantakos headed them into the lead in the 23rd minute following a beautifully weighted ball from Talal.

The French midfielder’s initial corner was cleared away by the Highlanders but he latched onto the rebound. Talal then delivered a tantalizing ball on the far post where Diamantakos found himself completely unmarked as he headed it past Gurmeet.

East Bengal FC will travel to Chennai to face Chennaiyin FC on December 7 while NorthEast United FC will host Mohun Bagan Super Giant on December 8.

(Courtesy: ISL Media Team)