Mohun Bagan defeated East Bengal FC 1-0 on Oct 8, 2026 in the FINALS of the IFA Shield at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangana, Kolkata, after a hard-fought match.
A solitary strike from Samir Zeljkovic in the 45’ proved to be the difference between the two sides. The victory adds another memorable chapter to one of Indian football’s greatest rivalries, with the Mariners now crowned IFA Shield champions after a dramatic derby showdown.