The Durand Cup 2025 stage is set for a fiery Kolkata Derby as Indian Super League (ISL) side Mohun Bagan Super Giant kick off their campaign against city rivals Mohammedan Sporting Club at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Thursday.

While this will be MBSG’s first appearance in the 2025 edition, Mohammedan SC come into the clash under pressure after a 2-1 defeat to Diamond Harbour FC in their opener. Mohammedan SC had taken the lead but suffered a heartbreaking loss after conceding in the death. Another loss could all but end their hopes of progressing to the knockout stage, a fate they suffered last season.

The Mariners, meanwhile, will be keen to build on their runner-up finish in the 2024 edition. Last year, they were agonisingly close to lifting the trophy, having led 2-0 in the final before NorthEast United FC mounted a dramatic comeback and triumphed on penalties.

The Mariners, who did the double in the ISL 2024-25 season, enter the tournament brimming with confidence. They also defeated Mohammedan SC twice in the ISL last season. With a deep squad and strong momentum, MBSG will be eyeing another deep run in the Durand Cup.

However, for head coach Mehrajuddin Wadoo and Mohammedan SC, this is a must-win. The club, which reached the Durand Cup final in 2021 and the semi-finals a year later, is desperate to avoid another early exit. But they’ll have to defy the odds against a far more experienced MBSG side.

Match Details

Match No 12: Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Mohammedan SC

Venue: Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata

Date: 31 July, 2025

Kick-Off Time: 7:00 PM

Telecast: Sony Sports Network

Live Streaming: SonyLIV