Mohun Bagan Super Giant Triumphs Over Chennaiyin FC in ISL Clash
Match Overview
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] February 23: In a commanding performance, Mohun Bagan Super Giant secured a 2-0 victory against Chennaiyin FC during Match 13 of the Indian Super League 2025-26 season at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Monday.
This win propelled the Mariners to second place in the standings with six points, tied with city rivals East Bengal FC but trailing on goal difference. Meanwhile, Chennaiyin FC finds itself in 11th place, as per the latest updates.
Key Moments of the Match
Jamie Maclaren opened the scoring just before halftime, netting in the fourth minute of stoppage time to give the Mariners a narrow lead. Dimitrios Petratos then sealed the match with a goal in the 65th minute, earning him the Player of the Match title.
Both teams maintained the same starting lineup for this match, as head coaches Sergio Lobera and Clifford Miranda aimed for consistency.
First Half Highlights
Mohun Bagan quickly established control, dominating possession while Chennaiyin FC attempted to counterattack. The visitors had an early chance when Dinliana's cross reached Inigo Martin, but he failed to connect.
Chennaiyin's defense held firm against attempts from Liston Colaco and Tekcham Abhishek Singh, while Anirudh Thapa's left-footed shot was blocked. Thapa had previously come close with a volley that went just over the bar.
The Mariners intensified their attacks, forcing Chennaiyin deep into their half. Petratos tested goalkeeper Mohammad Nawaz, who later had to leave the field due to injury after a collision with Mohun Bagan's Mehtab Singh, leading to Samik Mitra's introduction.
In the dying moments of the first half, Anirudh Thapa intercepted Irfan Yadwad's pass and delivered a precise ball to Maclaren, who finished calmly to score his second goal of the season.
Second Half Developments
The second half saw Mohun Bagan continue their offensive, with Maclaren attempting two shots early on, one blocked and another going wide. He also had a header from Subhasish Bose's cross that lacked power.
Shortly after the hour mark, Petratos extended the lead with a brilliant volley following a well-placed cross from Bose. The goalkeeper could only get a slight touch as the ball found the net.
Both Petratos and Maclaren had chances to increase their tally, but they were unable to convert. Substitute Jason Cummings also tested the Chennaiyin goalkeeper but was thwarted.
Final Moments
Chennaiyin FC, who did not manage a single shot on target throughout the match, had a late opportunity in stoppage time when Gurkirat Singh's shot from the edge of the area went wide.
The two-goal lead was enough for Mohun Bagan to claim their second consecutive victory of the season.