The City of Joy holds its breath today, Monday, September 7, 2026, as football’s most electrifying rivalry ignites once more. East Bengal FC will lock horns with Mohun Bagan Super Giant in a crucial Calcutta Football League (CFL) 2026-27 Super Six stage match, with kickoff set for 5:00 PM IST at the Barasat Stadium in Kolkata.
The highly anticipated ‘Boro Match’ comes just weeks after East Bengal delivered a stunning 4-1 defeat to Mohun Bagan in the Durand Cup final on August 23, 2026, ending a 22-year drought for the Red and Gold Brigade in that competition. That victory, propelled by a hat-trick from Edmund Lalrindika, has undoubtedly fueled East Bengal’s confidence, while the Mariners will be eager for revenge in today’s derby.
Where to Watch East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan Live Streaming and Telecast
Football aficionados keen to follow every moment of this historic clash will primarily turn to digital platforms. While there is no official television broadcaster confirmed for this specific Calcutta Football League fixture, fans can catch the live streaming action.
| Region | Platform / Channel |
|---|---|
| India | Number 10 Sports (Streaming) |
| TV | No official broadcaster confirmed |
The match is scheduled to start promptly at 5:00 PM Indian Standard Time. The picturesque Barasat Stadium (also known as Vidyasagar Krirangan) will serve as the battleground for this intense Group 1 encounter.
Form Guide and Super Six Context
Both Kolkata heavyweights have already successfully navigated the league phase, securing their spots in the Super Six stage of the CFL 2026-27. East Bengal enters today’s derby in formidable form, boasting an unbeaten run in their CFL campaign, having amassed 26 points from 10 matches with eight wins and two draws. They have also been prolific in front of goal, scoring 26 while conceding only six. Their recent momentum was further bolstered by a commanding 3-0 victory over United Kolkata on September 2.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant, on the other hand, has collected 19 points from nine matches, recording six wins, one draw, and two defeats. They responded strongly to their Durand Cup final loss by crushing George Telegraph 6-0 in a subsequent CFL fixture.
East Bengal’s coach, Antonio Lopez Habas, might opt to rest key first-team players, potentially fielding a reserve side, as the club prepares for an upcoming AFC Champions League 2 campaign next week.
East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan Head-to-Head Statistics
The Kolkata Derby boasts a century-long history, with these two clubs meeting an approximate total of 410 times across all competitive, walkover, and friendly matches as of 2026.
| Category | East Bengal Wins | Mohun Bagan Wins | Draws | Total Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall History | 145 | 135 | 130 | 410 |
The Red and Gold brigade holds a slight edge in the overall competitive record, but recent encounters have often been closely contested. The last CFL derby, played in 2025, saw East Bengal clinch a thrilling 3-2 victory.
Today’s Kolkata Derby promises another chapter in this storied rivalry, with both teams vying for supremacy in the Calcutta Football League’s Super Six stage. Fans can expect a passionate display of football as the giants of Kolkata battle for bragging rights.