News for 'East Bengal'

Fransa shock East Bengal

Fransa shock East Bengal

Rediff.com12 Apr 2005

Peter Rodrigues' late goal gave the Goa side a 1-0 victory over the defending champions in the National Football League.

Why Bengal Is Removing Salt Lake Stadium Football Sculpture

Why Bengal Is Removing Salt Lake Stadium Football Sculpture

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The West Bengal government plans to remove the football-themed sculpture outside Salt Lake Stadium, designed by former chief minister Mamata Banerjee, and upgrade the venue's infrastructure.

East Bengal down Churchill

East Bengal down Churchill

Rediff.com13 Feb 2003

A 3-1 victory gave the Kolkata giants a nine-point lead of second-placed Salgaocar in the NFL.

ISL: Hyderabad extend East Bengal's winless run

ISL: Hyderabad extend East Bengal's winless run

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

East Bengal's winless streak got extended after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Hyderabad FC in an Indian Super League match, in Bambolim, Goa, on Thursday. The draw enabled the Nizams to rise to second place on the points table and extend their unbeaten run to six matches.

United SC hold East Bengal

United SC hold East Bengal

Rediff.com29 Mar 2013

A goalkeeping folly by Gurpreet Singh helped United SC bounce back from behind as they struck twice in three minutes to hold East Bengal 2-2 in their round 22 I-League fixture in Kalyani.

East Bengal trounce Vasco

East Bengal trounce Vasco

Rediff.com27 Jan 2005

The defending champions scored a 3-0 victory for their second victory in four matches in the National Football League.

Mahindra down East Bengal

Mahindra down East Bengal

Rediff.com24 Dec 2007

Mohammad Rafi's goal gave the Mumbai side a 2-1 victory in the I-League match at the Cooperage in Mumbai on Sunday.

Churchill stun East Bengal

Churchill stun East Bengal

Rediff.com11 Apr 2007

Odafe Okolie's late goal gave the Goa team a 3-2 victory and took them to fourth place on the league table.

Dempo hold East Bengal

Dempo hold East Bengal

Rediff.com9 Dec 2007

A goal in 87th minute by medio Roberto Mendes Silva (Beto) guided defending champions Dempo Sports Club to a 2-2 draw against East Bengal.

Coronavirus: East Bengal terminate contracts of players

Coronavirus: East Bengal terminate contracts of players

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

In a big blow to the players and officials, I-League side East Bengal have terminated all the existing contracts, citing 'Force Majeure' in the wake of coronavirus pandemic. Left with no option, the players have now knocked the doors of the Football Players Association of India who have assured full support and referred the matter to the world body for players (FIFPro).

Dempo beat East Bengal

Dempo beat East Bengal

Rediff.com22 Apr 2007

Title aspirant Dempo pumped in three second half goals on their way to a thrilling 5-3 win over East Bengal in the National Football League.

East Bengal's ISL dreams all but over

East Bengal's ISL dreams all but over

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

East Bengal's hopes of making it to the Indian Super League this season are dashed with the league organisers deciding against adding new teams for the upcoming edition of the franchise-based event. Organisers of ISL, Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL), made it clear during a meeting with club representatives on Friday that they will stick to 10 teams for now instead of floating tenders for new outfits.

Rudkin to help East Bengal

Rudkin to help East Bengal

Rediff.com4 Mar 2004

Salgaocar shock East Bengal

Salgaocar shock East Bengal

Rediff.com30 Apr 2006

Mickey Fernandes scored the all-important goal as the bottom-placed team beat the formidable Kolkata giants 1-0 in the National Football League.

AIFF Announces Tentative Football Season Calendar For 2026-27

AIFF Announces Tentative Football Season Calendar For 2026-27

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has released its tentative calendar for the 2026-27 season, featuring the Indian Super League (ISL), Federation Cup, and other key tournaments.

East Bengal beat Churchill

East Bengal beat Churchill

Rediff.com23 Jan 2005

The defending champions beat Churchill Brothers 2-0 to register their first win in the National Football League.

NRIs float East Bengal fund

NRIs float East Bengal fund

Rediff.com19 Jan 2004

Durand Cup Expands To Five Cities, Welcomes Seven New Teams

Durand Cup Expands To Five Cities, Welcomes Seven New Teams

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

The Durand Cup football tournament will feature 24 teams, including seven debutants, across five cities from July 25 to August 23. Kolkata remains the primary hub, hosting the final, while Ranchi, Imphal, Shillong, and Guwahati will also host matches, bringing together a diverse mix of Indian and overseas teams.

East Bengal rout Bagan

East Bengal rout Bagan

Rediff.com5 Jul 2003

Baichung Bhutia scored twice in a 3-0 victory in the Kolkata Super Division football league.

East Bengal hold Geylang

East Bengal hold Geylang

Rediff.com5 May 2004

Mike Okoro's goal gave the Kolkata giants a 1-1 draw in the Group 'E' Asian Football Confederation Cup match.

East Bengal pip JCT

East Bengal pip JCT

Rediff.com22 Mar 2005

Earnest Jeremiah's goal gave the defending champions a 1-0 victory in the National Football League match.

Couple, minor son held for killing DU prof over Bengal property

Couple, minor son held for killing DU prof over Bengal property

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Debosmita Paul, an assistant professor at Shivaji College, was found dead in her flat at Satyam Apartments in east Delhi's Vasundhara Enclave on June 3.

East Bengal overcome Salgaocar

East Bengal overcome Salgaocar

Rediff.com16 Dec 2002

Kolkata soccer giant East Bengal returned to victory trail as they got the better of a fighting Salgaoncar from Goa 2-1 in their sixth National FootbaLL League tie at Salt Lake stadium.

Salgaocar down East Bengal

Salgaocar down East Bengal

Rediff.com30 Nov 2003

Salgaocar beat the defending champions 2-1 to open their campaign in the eighth National Football League.

Dempo hold East Bengal

Dempo hold East Bengal

Rediff.com16 Feb 2003

With this draw East Bengal who are leading the table took their tally to 34 points from 14 matches. While Dempois on 22 points from 14 matches.

Why ISL Clubs Are Reviewing Their Commitment

Why ISL Clubs Are Reviewing Their Commitment

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Several Indian Super League (ISL) clubs have hinted at uncertainty regarding their participation in the 2026-27 season due to ongoing issues surrounding the domestic top-tier competition. The clubs are reviewing their commitment beyond the current season amid disagreements with the AIFF over commercial partnerships and league structure.

East Bengal beat Air India

East Bengal beat Air India

Rediff.com7 Feb 2009

East Bengal recovered from an early slump and pump in three goals in the second-half to drub Air India 3-1 in the ONGC I-League football tournament at Yuba Bharati Krirangan (YBK) at Salt Lake on Saturday.

George Telegraph shock East Bengal

George Telegraph shock East Bengal

Rediff.com15 Nov 2007

George Telegraph shock East Bengal Nigerian striker Shaheed Olawale scored twice in a 3-1 victory in the Kolkata Premier Football League.

Mohun Bagan down East Bengal

Mohun Bagan down East Bengal

Rediff.com27 Aug 2006

Baichung Bhutia's goal game Mohun Bagan a 1-0 victory in the Kolkata Football League.

East Bengal maintain winning run

East Bengal maintain winning run

Rediff.com18 Aug 2006

A 1-0 victory over United Sporting Club gave East Bengal their third straight win in the Kolkata Football League.

East Bengal score second win

East Bengal score second win

Rediff.com18 Jan 2007

Bonafice Ambani's goal gave the former champions a 2-1 victory over Mohammedan Sporting in a third round match.

East Bengal beats Mohd. Sporting

East Bengal beats Mohd. Sporting

Rediff.com2 Apr 2006

East Bengal went atop the table with the win in the 10th ONGC National Football League.

East Bengal eye Pakistan striker

East Bengal eye Pakistan striker

Rediff.com20 Jun 2005

Salgaocar hold East Bengal goalless

Salgaocar hold East Bengal goalless

Rediff.com1 May 2005

East Bengal now have to win all the three remaining matches to clinch the NFL title.

East Bengal edge past Everready

East Bengal edge past Everready

Rediff.com11 Aug 2003

With this win, East Bengal now have 18 points from six outings.

East Bengal get past Tollygunge

East Bengal get past Tollygunge

Rediff.com21 Dec 2003

The defending champions edged past city rivals Tollygunge Agragami 1-0.

East Bengal beat Mohun Bagan

East Bengal beat Mohun Bagan

Rediff.com24 Apr 2005

Syed Rahim Nabi's late goal gave the defending champions a 1-0 victory and kept them atop the table in the National Football League.

East Bengal outclass Island FC

East Bengal outclass Island FC

Rediff.com21 Apr 2004

The Kolkata giants posted their fourth straight victory in Group-E in the AFC Cup football tournament.

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.

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