It is now time for the Indian Super League’s (ISL) biggest clash: the Kolkata Derby. But even though it’s Kolkata Derby, the next Mohun Bagan vs East Bengal clash won’t take place in the City of Joy. Instead, it will take place in Guwahati after Kolkata Police refused security for the game to proceed at the Salt Lake Stadium. Ahead of the mouth-watering clash on January 11, we take a close look at the head-to-head stats between the Kolkata giants.
This is the 4th season that Mohun Bagan and East Bengal are taking part in the ISL. According to the head-to-head records, the Mariners have an unbeaten record against their arch-rivals.
Mohun Bagan vs East Bengal Head-To-Head Records in ISL
In the ISL, the rivalry has taken a new shape with Mohun Bagan showcasing relentless dominance. As of January 10, 2025, the head-to-head statistics reflect a stark contrast. Even though East Bengal are ahead on head-to-head records overall across competitions, Mohun Bagan have dominated their arch-rivals in the Indian Super League.
The two sides have met 9 times in the Indian Super League with the 10th game to be played on Jan 11. The Green and Maroon brigade have won 8 of the 9 encounters in the Kolkata Derby. On the other hand, only 1 match ended in a 2-2 on 3rd February 2024. This was the only time that the Red and Gold were able to extract a point against their formidable foes.
| Statistic | Count |
|---|---|
| Total matches | 9 |
| East Bengal wins | 0 |
| Mohun Bagan wins | 8 |
| Draws | 1 |
Historical context of Kolkata Derby
Beyond the ISL, the Kolkata Derby’s historical legacy is a testament to fiercely contested matches. The first Kolkata Derby took place on August 8, 1921 in Cooch Behar Cup. Since then, the two sides have met 400 times with East Bengal holding a narrow lead. East Bengal have 137 victories against Mohun Bagan’s 134, alongside 129 draws. However, with not much-recorded history available of those games, some argue against the historical records.
Mohun Bagan vs East Bengal Overall Head-to-Head
| Statistic | Count |
|---|---|
| Total matches | 400 |
| East Bengal win | 137 |
| Mohun Bagan win | 134 |
| Draws | 129 |
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