The stage is set for a thrilling showdown in the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 final, where familiar foes East Bengal FC and FC Goa will go head-to-head once again. Both teams have tasted glory recently, with East Bengalfc aiming to reclaim the AIFF Super Cup title while FC Goa look to defend their title and continue to ride on their current winning momentum.

East Bengal’s assistant coach Bino George captured the spirit in their camp perfectly, saying, “First of all, it is a moment of pride for East Bengal Club, players and our supporters. We are here to compete and fight for the cup.” Their captain, Saúl Crespo, echoed that determination: “This is very important for us. We are in a good moment... We have been working very well in the last weeks, and I think we are ready to compete and try to get the trophy.”


The rivalry between these sides has been intense lately, with FC Goa edging East Bengal FC in their last six clashes, by narrow one-goal margins. Still, East Bengal FC has one historic win over FC Goa outside the ISL, when they took the 2018 Super Cup semi-finals by 1-0. Bino remains respectful but confident: “FC Goa are a good team... We're focused on our preparations. We aren't just here to participate but to fight and become champions” , said Bino

A fascinating subplot is Borja Herrera—a player who won the Super Cup with East Bengal FC before moving to FC Goa and winning it again last season. Both Borja and Crespo could make history with a third consecutive winner’s medal. Crespo noted their familiarity with opponents with a playful jab: “I know Goa's midfielders very well. I played with Borja (Herrera), for example. We know the quality, but we have our plans and ideas. I am happy to play against him in the final, but when the referee blows the whistle, he's not my friend,"

FC Goa’s head coach Manolo Márquez summed up the excitement: “It’s a final, and both teams will have the same excitement. We are the last two teams to win this trophy. I think it will be a good final.”

FC Goa will lean on key players such as Brison Fernandes, who has consistently delivered in crucial moments this season. Despite missing captain Sandesh Jhingan and striker Iker Guarrotxena, the team remains confident, relying on their strong squad depth to step up and cover those absences.

Match details:

East Bengal FC vs FC Goa

📍 Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda

📅 Date: December 7, 2025

⏰ Kick-Off: 7:30 PM

📺 Live Telecast: Star Sports Khel

💻 Live Streaming: JioHotstar

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