News for 'East Bengal'

Manchester United vs East Bengal on the cards?

Manchester United vs East Bengal on the cards?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

A four-member delegation from Manchester United, led by Director of Football Allan Dawson, met the red-and-gold club officials

Easy win for East Bengal

Easy win for East Bengal

Rediff.com29 Jan 2003

The Kolkata giants beat ITI, Bangalore, 3-1 in a National Football League match.

Legendary defender Ilyas Pasha no more

Legendary defender Ilyas Pasha no more

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Former India defender Ilyas Pasha dead, AIFF, East Bengal condole

Bengal turns saffron, Vijay shakes TN; Mamata, Stalin lose; BJP scores hat-trick in Assam

Bengal turns saffron, Vijay shakes TN; Mamata, Stalin lose; BJP scores hat-trick in Assam

Rediff.com5 May 2026

The BJP is showing strong leads in West Bengal and Assam, while actor Vijay's party is making a significant debut in Tamil Nadu. The Congress is ahead in Kerala, offering some consolation amid the changing political landscape in the state elections.

ISL: Hyderabad FC hold SC East Bengal

ISL: Hyderabad FC hold SC East Bengal

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

With the draw, Hyderabad are at third spot with 24 points from 17 matches while SC EB are at ninth with 17 points

East Bengal champs

East Bengal champs

Rediff.com25 Apr 2003

The Kolkata giants made sure of the title, beating Vasco 4-0 in their penultimate match of the NFL.

East Bengal players, official asked to 'vacate' flats

East Bengal players, official asked to 'vacate' flats

Rediff.com19 May 2020

Most of East Bengal's foreign players have left home but a few are still here along with the Spaniard Nodar who had preferred to stay back.

TMC crisis deepens, Mamata camp files fresh police complaints against rebels

TMC crisis deepens, Mamata camp files fresh police complaints against rebels

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Mamata Banerjee-led faction of the Trinamool Congress has filed fresh police complaints against dissident leader Ritabrata Banerjee and his associates. The complaints accuse the rebels of illegally using the party's name, symbol, and designations to mislead workers, marking a significant escalation in the month-long internal struggle following the assembly poll defeat.

India sees 41% rainfall deficit from June 4 to 18 as monsoon advance stalls

India sees 41% rainfall deficit from June 4 to 18 as monsoon advance stalls

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

With the southwest monsoon stalled over southern Maharashtra, India is facing a nationwide rainfall deficit of 41 percent between June 4 and June 18, according to the latest India meteorological department (IMD) data.

'Himanta Biswa Sarma Is the Answer': Sushmita Dev

'Himanta Biswa Sarma Is the Answer': Sushmita Dev

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

'It's a bit uncertain. Let's see what happens. But he is the top man of Assam, and since my politics is in Assam, I thought it's best to seek his guidance before I take any decision.'

Bhutia trains at East Bengal

Bhutia trains at East Bengal

Rediff.com23 Sep 2009

His suspension dispute with Mohun Bagan is yet to be resolved, but India captain Bhaichung Bhutia on Wednesday donned the East Bengal jersey and practised at their club tent for the first time this season.

Didi annoyed as Shree Cements ends deal with East Bengal

Didi annoyed as Shree Cements ends deal with East Bengal

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

'East Bengal have a great legacy. We all want Mohun Bagan and East Bengal to play in ISL. I am very happy that Mohun Bagan are playing and we all want East Bengal to play in the ISL too.'

Bhutia signs for East Bengal

Bhutia signs for East Bengal

Rediff.com22 Jun 2009

India captain Baichung Bhutia on Monday 'signed' a year's contract with East Bengal and vowed to play for the club till he hangs his boots, even though he is yet to be released by Mohun Bagan.

Manuel Gomes named East Bengal coach

Manuel Gomes named East Bengal coach

Rediff.com12 Jun 2010

East Bengal on Saturday announced former Portugal assistant coach Manuel Gomes to be their chief coach for the upcoming 2010-11 season.

West Bengal Polls: Mamata Banerjee Can't Underestimate BJP

West Bengal Polls: Mamata Banerjee Can't Underestimate BJP

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

This election is different. It is no longer simply about governance or welfare. It is about identity, fear, and who belongs. The BJP has successfully shifted the terms of the debate from what the government has delivered to who the real Bengali is and who is an outsider, points out Ramesh Menon.

Sporting Goa beat East Bengal

Sporting Goa beat East Bengal

Rediff.com5 Jan 2008

Sporting Clube de Goa prevailed over East Bengal by a solitary goal in the ONGC I-league ninth round match at Nehru Stadium in Margao on Saturday.

Ganguly hints Manchester United may take over East Bengal FC

Ganguly hints Manchester United may take over East Bengal FC

Rediff.com24 May 2022

In what could be a game-changing move for the struggling East Bengal, EPL giants Manchester United may end up taking the ownership of one of oldest football clubs in the country.

Former Mohun Bagan President Swapan Sadhan Bose Dies At 79

Former Mohun Bagan President Swapan Sadhan Bose Dies At 79

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Former Mohun Bagan President Swapan Sadhan Bose, known as 'Tutu Babu', has died at the age of 79 after suffering a cardiac arrest. He played a significant role in shaping Mohun Bagan, serving in various capacities for over three decades and overseeing transformative decisions.

ISL: ATK Mohun Bagan trump East Bengal in derby, seal third place

ISL: ATK Mohun Bagan trump East Bengal in derby, seal third place

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

By the middle of the first half, there were pacey crosses in either direction, with robust challenges also coming into the fray which would result in three yellow cards before the half-time whistle.

East Bengal waste penalty, held

East Bengal waste penalty, held

Rediff.com1 Sep 2006

East Bengal and Eastern Railway were involved in goalless draw in the IFA Premier Division Football League.

East Bengal maintain winning run

East Bengal maintain winning run

Rediff.com21 Aug 2006

The Kolkata giants beat Calcutta Port Trust 2-0 in the IFA Premier Division Football League.

East Bengal win crucial match

East Bengal win crucial match

Rediff.com8 Apr 2006

The front-runners scored a crucial 3-1 victory in the National Football League on Saturday.

East Bengal fans on rampage

East Bengal fans on rampage

Rediff.com23 Dec 2006

Minutes after the club bowed out of the Federation Cup with a 0-1 quarter-final loss to Dempo Sports Club, East Bengal fans went on the rampage abusing the coach and officials.

East Bengal lift ASEAN Cup

East Bengal lift ASEAN Cup

Rediff.com26 Jul 2003

Striker Mike Okoro, Baichung Bhutia and Alvito D'Cunha scored goals.\n\n\n\n

Dempo, East Bengal draw goalless

Dempo, East Bengal draw goalless

Rediff.com20 Nov 2006

Defending champions Army XI and JCT, Phagwara, also drew goalless in another Durand Cup match.

Subhas Bhowmick appointed East Bengal coach

Subhas Bhowmick appointed East Bengal coach

Rediff.com24 Dec 2008

East Bengal on Wednesday appointed Subhas Bhowmick as coach for the remaining of the 2008-09 season which will see the club compete in the final leg of the I-League.

East Bengal quash SBT challenge

East Bengal quash SBT challenge

Rediff.com29 Mar 2005

East Bengal regained the top spot in the NFL by defeating State Bank of Travancore 2-0.

Mukti Joddha hold East Bengal

Mukti Joddha hold East Bengal

Rediff.com9 Mar 2005

The teams played a goalless draw in their opening match of the AFC Cup.

East Bengal down George Telegraph

East Bengal down George Telegraph

Rediff.com2 Aug 2006

Goals by Alvito D'Cunha and Asim Biswas gave East Bengal a 2-0 victory in the Kolkata Senior Division football League.

Indian Bank hold East Bengal

Indian Bank hold East Bengal

Rediff.com12 Jan 2004

Sri Lankan defender Kamaldeen Fuard's 40-yard strike enabled the bankmen hold the defending champions 1-1 in the National Football League.

East Bengal win Super Cup

East Bengal win Super Cup

Rediff.com27 May 2006

East Bengal pipped Federation Cup and National Football League champions Mahindra United 2-1 to lift the ONGC Super Cup title

Former Mohun Bagan President Swapan Sadhan Bose Dies At 79

Former Mohun Bagan President Swapan Sadhan Bose Dies At 79

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Former Mohun Bagan president Swapan Sadhan Bose, known as 'Tutu Babu', has died at the age of 79 after suffering a cardiac arrest. He played a key role in shaping Mohun Bagan in the modern era, including the merger with ATK.

Sporting Clube stun East Bengal

Sporting Clube stun East Bengal

Rediff.com26 Mar 2005

Dudu Omagbemi, Edeh Chidi and Adewusi Adebayo scored a goal each as Sporting Clube de Goa won 3-2.

East Bengal have injury worries

East Bengal have injury worries

Rediff.com9 Jan 2006

Thrice champions East Bengal kick-off their National Football League campaign against Mohammedan Sporting on Tuesday.

East Bengal score fourth win

East Bengal score fourth win

Rediff.com8 Jan 2004

A goal in each half gave the defending champions a 2-0 victory over Haywards Sporting Clube in the National Football League.

East Bengal beat Salgaocar 3-2

East Bengal beat Salgaocar 3-2

Rediff.com3 Dec 2007

Strong contenders East Bengal edged past a fighting Salgaocar Sports Club 3-2 in an exciting I-League match

Nabi brace in East Bengal victory

Nabi brace in East Bengal victory

Rediff.com15 Nov 2008

Dishing out their best performance so far, East Bengal stopped Sporting Clube de Goa's impressive run with a crushing 3-1 win to move within sniffing distance of the top of the table in the ONGC I-League. A match that saw clinical finishing by East Bengal strikers and a faultless effort from defenders, opened up the league table.

Mohd. Sporting humble East Bengal

Mohd. Sporting humble East Bengal

Rediff.com7 Sep 2003

East Bengal tasted their maiden defeat in a super six round match of the Kolkata Super Division football league.

Bagan hold East Bengal goalless

Bagan hold East Bengal goalless

Rediff.com4 Sep 2003

Two East Bengal players, a Bagan player and the coach were shown red cards in the Super Six Kolkata league football match.\n\n