Bengaluru FC Holds Mohun Bagan to a Stalemate in ISL Clash

Bengaluru FC vs. Mohun Bagan: Match Overview

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], March 15: In a thrilling encounter at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru FC managed to secure a goalless draw against league leaders Mohun Bagan Super Giant during Gameweek 5 of the Indian Super League 2025-26 season.

Although Mohun Bagan dominated possession and created several scoring opportunities, Bengaluru FC showcased a strong defensive display, marking them as the first team this season to earn points against the Mariners.

With this result, Mohun Bagan remains at the top of the standings with 13 points, while Bengaluru FC climbs to sixth place with eight points. Dimitri Petratos was named Player of the Match for his efforts.

Bengaluru FC's head coach Renedy Singh opted for an unchanged lineup following their victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club, with Sunil Chhetri leading the attack in a 4-3-3 formation. In contrast, Mohun Bagan's coach Sergio Lobera made two adjustments, introducing Tom Aldred in defense and Manvir Singh in midfield, while Jamie Maclaren led the attack in a 4-3-2-1 setup.

The match kicked off with both teams displaying high energy. Ryan Williams put pressure on Mohun Bagan's goalkeeper Vishal Kaith early on, forcing a low save just two minutes into the game after a setup from right-back Roshan Singh.

Mohun Bagan quickly responded, with Maclaren's shot from the left side of the box being saved by Gurpreet Singh Sandhu in the eighth minute, followed by a near miss from Dimitri Petratos a minute later.

As the game progressed, the Mariners began to control possession. Petratos had another attempt blocked in the 14th minute, while Bengaluru's Ashique Kuruniyan failed to find the target with a long-range effort.

Midfielder Liston Colaco also tested Gurpreet from distance in the 18th minute, and Maclaren missed a chance from the center of the box midway through the first half after a good setup from Petratos.

Mohun Bagan continued to search for the opening goal, with Colaco's run into the penalty area in the 35th minute leading to a vital clearance from Bengaluru's Chinglensana Singh.

Despite both teams creating chances, the first half concluded without any goals.

In the second half, Bengaluru came out with renewed vigor. Midfielder Sirojiddin Kuziev tested Kaith with a long-range shot in the 48th minute, while Mohun Bagan's Alberto Rodriguez had a close-range effort saved by Gurpreet shortly after the hour mark.

The closest opportunity for Bengaluru came in the 63rd minute when Chhetri found space inside the box, but his shot was blocked by Anirudh Thapa, with captain Subhasish Bose making another crucial interception to deny the follow-up.

Bengaluru continued to threaten from distance, with Roshan and Kuziev forcing the Mohun Bagan defense into action. At the other end, Maclaren nearly broke the deadlock in the 71st minute but was thwarted by a timely block from Roshan.

Both coaches made substitutions in search of a late winner. Substitute Monirul Molla attempted a long-range shot in the 81st minute but missed the target. Gurpreet then made another impressive save two minutes later, denying Rodriguez's header from close range.

As the match drew to a close, Mohun Bagan continued to press for a goal. Petratos saw a long-range effort go narrowly wide, and Rodriguez missed a close-range chance in the 90th minute following a corner.

Despite a total of 23 shots in the match, neither team could find the back of the net, resulting in a goalless draw. Bengaluru FC successfully held the league leaders Mohun Bagan, who maintained their unbeaten streak.