Mohun Bagan vs Punjab FC ISL, AS IT HAPPENED: Mohun Bagan Super Giant pulled off a dramatic 3-2 win over Punjab FC at the Salt Lake Stadium, ending their three-match winless run. Punjab took the lead through Dani Ramírez before Jamie Maclaren equalised. Effiong restored Punjab’s advantage, but Abdul Samad made it 2-2 in the second half. In stoppage time, Jason Cummings scored a stunning free-kick to seal a thrilling comeback win for the Mariners. Stay tuned for MBSG vs PFC live score, MBSG vs PFC live match updates, key moments, and real-time coverage from this blockbuster MBSG vs PFC encounter here on NewsX.
That’s it! It’s full-time here in Kolkata as Mohun Bagan clinch a thrilling win! They were behind twice and defied all the odds to win the game 3-2 right at the death as they break their 3-match winless run.
The replays show that there was an elbow aimed at PFC goaliee Arshdeep. Was it a foul? Did MBSG got away with it? This debate will rage on!
GOOOAL!!! It’s the first-minute of added time and Jason Cummings free-kick missed everybody as it found the back of the net!!! OMG!!! Arshdeep is in distress, he made a blunder and now MBSG have the lead!! BTW 7 minutes have been added on for stoppages!
Incredible 5 seconds we witnessed!! First it was a miss from Punjab as Augustin failed to convert and on the other hand, Cummins before tapping it into the back of the net was cleared it out of harm’s way!
What a match we are witnessing! It’s end-to-end stuff as the action shifts from one corner of the pitch to the other! Everyone inside the stadium are on the edge of their seats!
GOOOAL!! MOHUN BAGAN ARE BACK AGAIN!!! Sahal Abdul Samad pulls off a screamer from distance!! WHAT A GOAL!! He aimed towards the far right corner and Arshdeep has been beaten all ends up! He did get a hand to it but it wasn’t enough to keep it out!
This was Effiong’s 6th goal of the season!
MOHUN BAGAN WITH A CHANCE!! Mehtab came so close with the head from a corner!! For a while it looked like it would nestle into the back of the net, but it hits the side netting instead!
This was on expected lines, the flurry of attacks Punjab were back, MSBG didn’t look in the best of shapes after Alberto Rodriguez’s departure. But still there is a lot of time left to recuperate and make a comeback. They just need to be more confident in front of the goal and also in defence.
GOOOAL!!! Punjab FC take the lead again and it was coming! Effiong gets the ball in and the Mariners are in huge trouble now! The visitors take a shock lead!
Punjab putting pressure from corners and shots from outside the box. Things are getting intense as we enter the 60th min mark…
Punjab enjoying more of the ball as they look to open the floodgates and take the lead once again in the game. But you can’t just write Mohun Bagan off! You can never do that! As we speak, MBSG break for a counter and Liston’s shot goes wide.
Mohun Bagan now get a shot from distance and for a while it look there was a hand-ball incident in favour of the Mariners, but the referee waves it off for play-on!
Punjab start the second-half on a pressing note as they pushed the entire MBSG line-up deep to defend. We are witnessing unpredictable Indian football at it’s very best!
We are back for the second-half!! We get the ball rolling yet again at the Salt Lake Stadium!
Here are the match stats at half-time between Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Punjab FC:
Punjab FC have been more aggressive in attack, while Mohun Bagan have controlled possession and created more set-piece opportunities.
Here’s a look at Jamie Maclaren’s goal that brought back parity in the game!
That’s it! It’s half-time here in Kolkata as the riveting game comes to a halt as of now. Punjab started off well putting pressure on Bagan and got their goal through Dani Ramirez. MBSG responded back from the tournament’s top goal-scorer Jamie Maclaren, who has now eight goals to his name. More action coming in the second-half. Stay tuned on NewsX!
OFFSIDE!! Dimi Petratos latched onto a defensive lapse and found the back of the net through a corner but the linesman raised the flag straightaway! The Mariners where wheeling off to celebrate! UNLUCKY!
End of regulation time! 6 minutes have been added on for stoppages before we break for the half-time!
Big chance for Punjab!! Ramirez found space from inside the box and his left-footed attempt went over the bar as he fails to hit the target! End-to-end stuff at the Salt Lake Stadium!
40 minutes into the clock and the game is evenly poised from here on! Punjab are going on the offensive as they look to break the momentum of the home team.
Here’s a look at the Dani Ramirez’s goal!
GOOOALL!!! Mohun Bagan are back in the game!!! Maclaren scores!! The keeper got a hand to hit but the shot power was too much to keep it out!! Game on from here on!!! 8 goals for Maclaren this season!
Liston Colaco has a crack from distance and it hits the post!! PFC keeper Arshdeep did get a hand to it but the post comes to the rescue!
Mohun Bagan look desperate now! With more attacking options, they are looking for spaces to generate something, but Punjab have covered it well at the back. This is going to be a long night for the Mariners.
Leaves the home side shell shocked!
Mohun Bagan are reeling now! They didn’t expect it happen too early! Meanwhile, Alberto Rodriguez looks injured and now he will be replaced by the Mariners’ favourite, Dimi Petratos. Fresh faces for the home side.
GOOOAL!!! This had it coming! Dani Ramirez gives Punjab the lead!! Uvais’ goal from the left flank was not met by any MBSG defenders and the the PFC man taps it in with ease!! 1-0 to the visitors and its pin-drop silence at the Salt Lake now!
Punjab finding space yet again and has a crack from distance, but this time it went just over the bar! MBSG feeling the heat tonight.
It was expected to be a tricky fight and Punjab are also enjoying fair share of the ball and are trying to put the homeside on the backfoot. As we speak, we have the first shot on target as Vishal Kaith makes a routine save from long distance but couldn’t grab it properly.
Mohun Bagan play the ball out and pass among themselves as they look to build play from the back. As we speak, Punjab are also winning the ball and trying to put pressure on the Mariners.
The match is underway in Kolkata! Mohun Bagan will itching to get three points as they want to climb up the table! Here we go!
Punjab FC Admin motivating his players….
Mohun Bagan with their last-minute preparations…
The home team fans are in the mood today!
Time to play the game!
Arrivals at the Salt Lake Stadium! MBSG, PFC look in good touch!
Punjab FC have named their playing XI! Uvais will be the main man in defence, while Effiong and Osuji will be the two key attackers to trouble the MBSG back-line.
Robson Robinho start for for the Mariners! Petraos and Cummings are named as substitutes. Hopes will be pinned on the Maclaren-Liston-Manvir trio to churn out goals.
Seeing the sunset from the Salt Lake Stadium, hits the right spot!
Sweating it out! Grinding it out!
Maclaren will be itching to prove his mettle yet again for the Mariners! Punjab FC beware!
Punjab FC are expected to stick with the same lineup that featured in their previous match against Mohammedan SC.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant will continue to miss right-back Asish Rai, who is expected to be sidelined for the entire 2025–26 ISL season. Lalengmawia Ralte will also be unavailable for this fixture.
Historically, this matchup has been dominated by Mohun Bagan Super Giant, who have won all four previous ISL meetings, while Punjab FC are yet to earn a point. This gives the Mariners a clear mental advantage, but Punjab’s recent form indicates they could pose a serious challenge this time.
Punjab FC come into this clash in strong form, unbeaten in their last five games and growing in confidence with each outing. Their recent performances have highlighted both resilience and solid tactical organization.
Under Panagiotis Dilmperis, Punjab have struck a good balance—staying compact at the back while posing a threat on quick counter-attacks. This approach could trouble Mohun Bagan Super Giant, who are likely to control possession.
Just three points behind the Mariners, Punjab have a great chance to close the gap. However, proving themselves against a top side away from home will be the real test of their consistency and progress.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant have hit a rough patch, going three matches without a win and collecting just two points, which has dropped them to third in the table. Although they still have a game in hand, the urgency to return to winning ways is growing.
Coach Sergio Lobera will be concerned about his team’s lack of sharpness in attack, as they’ve struggled to convert chances despite creating opportunities. Their defence has also looked shaky at times, which could be risky against a counter-attacking side like Punjab.
A strong performance at home could be crucial not only for three points but also to rebuild confidence as the season nears a critical stage.
Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the ISL 2025-26 match between Mohun Bagan and Punjab all the way from Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata!
