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2 days ago
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East Bengal ride Diamantakos brace to knock out Bagan, set Durand Cup semis against Diamond Harbour
A revamped East Bengal, inspired by Greek striker and substitute Dimitrios Diamantakos' double strike, stunned archrivals Mohun Bagan 2-1 in a fiery Kolkata Derby to storm into the semifinals of the 134th IndianOil Durand Cup here on Sunday. A revamped East Bengal, inspired by Greek striker and substitute Dimitrios Diamantakos' double strike, stunned archrivals Mohun Bagan 2-1 in a fiery Kolkata Derby to storm into the semifinals of the 134th IndianOil Durand Cup here on Sunday. Diamantakos, brought on as an 18th-minute substitute after Moroccan forward Hamid Ahadad limped off injured, turned out to be the gamechanger. The 32-year-old first converted from the penalty spot in the 38th minute before doubling East Bengal's lead seven minutes into the second half with a sharp finish that left the ISL champions' defence flat-footed. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Also Read | Though Anirudh Thapa pulled one back with a stunning long-range strike in the 68th minute, East Bengal's resolute backline, held firm to script their first top-level Derby win over Mohun Bagan in more than 18 months. More from Football With the victory, East Bengal set up a blockbuster semifinal clash against fellow Kolkata side Diamond Harbour FC here on August 20. The debutants Diamond Harbour FC earlier shocked ISL outfit Jamshedpur FC 2-0 in Jamshedpur. For 16 times champions East Bengal, this was not just about progression in the Durand Cup but also about ending a painful run against their bitter rivals. Since their 3-1 win in the Super Cup on January 19, 2024, they had lost four straight top-level derbies to Mohun Bagan. At the ISL level, Mohun Bagan still remain unbeaten in 10 meetings (nine wins, one draw), but this Durand Cup triumph – their first over Bagan since the CFL developmental league encounter – was a revenge for the 2023 Durand Cup final defeat, where they lost 0-1. The game lived up to its billing with full-blooded challenges, refereeing controversies and end-to-end action in front of a packed Salt Lake Stadium. The drama began in the 26th minute when East Bengal thought they had scored from a quickly-taken free-kick, only for referee R Venkatesh to call it back. Minutes later, Diamantakos had the ball in the net but was flagged offside. Soon after, appeals for a penalty when Edmund Lalrindika was brought down were waved away. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD At the other end, however, Bagan were awarded a spot-kick after Asish Rai fouled Bipin Singh inside the box. Diamantakos, calm under pressure, smashed it past goalkeeper Vishal Kaith to hand East Bengal the lead. Oscar Bruzón's side, dominant in midfield carried the momentum after the restart. In the 52nd minute, Diamantakos showcased his poacher's instinct again trapping a pass with his back to goal, spinning sharply, and firing home past Kaith with the help of a deflection. The Mariners, stung and chasing the game, finally found their spark through Sahal Abdul Samad and Liston Colaco, who both went agonisingly close with Sahal seeing his effort cleared off the line while Liston rattled the crossbar. Their persistence paid off when Thapa unleashed a thunderous drive from distance to pull one back. The closing stages saw Mohun Bagan throw bodies forward, but East Bengal dug deep, surviving wave after wave of attacks to preserve their lead and spark wild celebrations among their fans. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In the semifinal, defending champions Northeast United FC will face Shillong Lajong FC in Shillong on Tuesday, while East Bengal will meet Diamond Harbour FC in Kolkata on Wednesday.
NDTV
2 days ago
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- NDTV
East Bengal Knock Out Mohun Bagan, Set Durand Cup Semifinal Against Diamond Harbour
A revamped East Bengal, inspired by Greek striker and substitute Dimitrios Diamantakos' double strike, stunned archrivals Mohun Bagan 2-1 in a fiery Kolkata Derby to storm into the semifinals of the 134th Durand Cup in Kolkata on Sunday. Diamantakos, brought on as an 18th-minute substitute after Moroccan forward Hamid Ahadad limped off injured, turned out to be the gamechanger. The 32-year-old first converted from the penalty spot in the 38th minute before doubling East Bengal's lead seven minutes into the second half with a sharp finish that left the ISL champions' defence flat-footed. Though Anirudh Thapa pulled one back with a stunning long-range strike in the 68th minute, East Bengal's resolute backline, held firm to script their first top-level Derby win over Mohun Bagan in more than 18 months. With the victory, East Bengal set up a blockbuster semifinal clash against fellow Kolkata side Diamond Harbour FC here on August 20. The debutants Diamond Harbour FC earlier shocked ISL outfit Jamshedpur FC 2-0 in Jamshedpur. For 16 times champions East Bengal, this was not just about progression in the Durand Cup but also about ending a painful run against their bitter rivals. Since their 3-1 win in the Super Cup on January 19, 2024, they had lost four straight top-level derbies to Mohun Bagan. At the ISL level, Mohun Bagan still remain unbeaten in 10 meetings (nine wins, one draw), but this Durand Cup triumph -- their first over Bagan since the CFL developmental league encounter -- was a revenge for the 2023 Durand Cup final defeat, where they lost 0-1. The game lived up to its billing with full-blooded challenges, refereeing controversies and end-to-end action in front of a packed Salt Lake Stadium. The drama began in the 26th minute when East Bengal thought they had scored from a quickly-taken free-kick, only for referee R Venkatesh to call it back. Minutes later, Diamantakos had the ball in the net but was flagged offside. Soon after, appeals for a penalty when Edmund Lalrindika was brought down were waved away. At the other end, however, Bagan were awarded a spot-kick after Asish Rai fouled Bipin Singh inside the box. Diamantakos, calm under pressure, smashed it past goalkeeper Vishal Kaith to hand East Bengal the lead. Oscar Bruzon's side, dominant in midfield carried the momentum after the restart. In the 52nd minute, Diamantakos showcased his poacher's instinct again trapping a pass with his back to goal, spinning sharply, and firing home past Kaith with the help of a deflection. The Mariners, stung and chasing the game, finally found their spark through Sahal Abdul Samad and Liston Colaco, who both went agonisingly close with Sahal seeing his effort cleared off the line while Liston rattled the crossbar. Their persistence paid off when Thapa unleashed a thunderous drive from distance to pull one back. The closing stages saw Mohun Bagan throw bodies forward, but East Bengal dug deep, surviving wave after wave of attacks to preserve their lead and spark wild celebrations among their fans.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
Durand Cup 2025: Diamantakos brace helps East Bengal knock out Mohun Bagan to set up semifinal clash vs Diamond Harbour
A revamped East Bengal, inspired by Greek striker and substitute Dimitrios Diamantakos' double strike, stunned archrivals Mohun Bagan 2-1 in a fiery Kolkata Derby to storm into the semifinals of the 134th IndianOil Durand Cup here on Sunday. Diamantakos, brought on as an 18th-minute substitute after Moroccan forward Hamid Ahadad limped off injured, turned out to be the game-changer. Though Anirudh Thapa pulled one back with a stunning long-range strike in the 68th minute, East Bengal's resolute backline held firm to script their first top-level Derby win over Mohun Bagan in more than 18 months. With the victory, East Bengal set up a blockbuster semifinal clash against fellow Kolkata side Diamond Harbour FC here on August 20. The debutants Diamond Harbour FC earlier shocked ISL outfit Jamshedpur FC 2-0 in Jamshedpur. For 16 times champions East Bengal, this was not just about progression in the Durand Cup but also about ending a painful run against their bitter rivals. Since their 3-1 win in the Super Cup on January 19, 2024, they had lost four straight top-level derbies to Mohun Bagan. At the ISL level, Mohun Bagan still remain unbeaten in 10 meetings (nine wins, one draw), but this Durand Cup triumph — their first over Bagan since the CFL developmental league encounter — was a revenge for the 2023 Durand Cup final defeat, where they lost 0-1. The game lived up to its billing with full-blooded challenges, refereeing controversies and end-to-end action in front of a packed Salt Lake Stadium. The drama began in the 26th minute when East Bengal thought they had scored from a quickly-taken free-kick, only for referee R Venkatesh to call it back. Minutes later, Diamantakos had the ball in the net but was flagged offside. Soon after, appeals for a penalty when Edmund Lalrindika was brought down were waved away. At the other end, however, Bagan were awarded a spot-kick after Asish Rai fouled Bipin Singh inside the box. Diamantakos, calm under pressure, smashed it past goalkeeper Vishal Kaith to hand East Bengal the lead. Oscar Bruzón's side, dominant in midfield carried the momentum after the restart. In the 52nd minute, Diamantakos showcased his poacher's instinct again trapping a pass with his back to goal, spinning sharply, and firing home past Kaith with the help of a deflection. The Mariners, stung and chasing the game, finally found their spark through Sahal Abdul Samad and Liston Colaco, who both went agonisingly close with Sahal seeing his effort cleared off the line while Liston rattled the crossbar. Their persistence paid off when Thapa unleashed a thunderous drive from distance to pull one back. The closing stages saw Mohun Bagan throw bodies forward, but East Bengal dug deep, surviving wave after wave of attacks to preserve their lead and spark wild celebrations among their fans.
News18
2 days ago
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- News18
Diamantakos Double Fires East Bengal Past Bagan Into Durand Cup Semifinal vs Diamond Harbour
East Bengal, led by Dimitrios Diamantakos' double, beat Mohun Bagan 2-1 in the Kolkata Derby, advancing to the Durand Cup semifinals. A revitalised East Bengal, spurred by Greek striker and substitute Dimitrios Diamantakos' double strike, shocked archrivals Mohun Bagan 2-1 in a thrilling Kolkata Derby, advancing to the semifinals of the 134th IndianOil Durand Cup on Sunday, August 17. Diamantakos, introduced as an 18th-minute substitute for the injured Moroccan forward Hamid Ahadad, proved to be the game-changer. The 32-year-old first scored from the penalty spot in the 38th minute, then doubled East Bengal's lead seven minutes into the second half with a sharp finish that left the ISL champions' defence flat-footed. Although Anirudh Thapa pulled one back with a stunning long-range strike in the 68th minute, East Bengal's resolute backline held firm, securing their first top-level Derby win over Mohun Bagan in more than 18 months. With this victory, East Bengal set up a blockbuster semifinal clash against fellow Kolkata side Diamond Harbour FC on August 20. Earlier, debutants Diamond Harbour FC had shocked ISL outfit Jamshedpur FC 2-0 in Jamshedpur. Since their 3-1 victory over Mohun Bagan in the Super Cup on January 19, 2024, they had lost four straight top-level derbies to the Mariners. At the ISL level, Mohun Bagan remains unbeaten in 10 meetings (nine wins, one draw), but this Durand Cup triumph—their first over Bagan since the CFL developmental league encounter—was revenge for the 2023 Durand Cup final defeat, where they lost 0-1. The game lived up to its billing with intense challenges, refereeing controversies, and end-to-end action in front of a packed Salt Lake Stadium. The drama started in the 26th minute when East Bengal thought they had scored from a free-kick, only for referee R Venkatesh to call it back. Minutes later, Diamantakos had the ball in the net but was flagged offside. Soon after, appeals for a penalty when Edmund Lalrindika was brought down were waved away. At the other end, however, Bagan were awarded a spot-kick after Asish Rai fouled Bipin Singh inside the box. Diamantakos, calm under pressure, smashed it past goalkeeper Vishal Kaith to hand East Bengal the lead. Oscar Bruzón's side, dominant in midfield, carried the momentum after the restart. In the 52nd minute, Diamantakos showcased his poacher's instinct again by trapping a pass with his back to goal, spinning sharply, and firing home past Kaith with the help of a deflection. The Mariners, stung and chasing the match, found their spark through Sahal Abdul Samad and Liston Colaco, who both went close, with Sahal seeing his effort cleared off the line while Liston rattled the crossbar. Their persistence paid off when Thapa unleashed a thunderous drive from distance to pull one back. In the closing stages, Mohun Bagan threw bodies forward, but East Bengal dug deep, surviving wave after wave of attacks to preserve their lead and spark wild celebrations among their fans. (With PTI Inputs) view comments Location : Kolkata [Calcutta], India, India First Published: August 17, 2025, 21:41 IST News sports Diamantakos Double Fires East Bengal Past Bagan Into Durand Cup Semifinal vs Diamond Harbour Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
