FOOTBALL
‘Jitbe kara? Mohun Bagan!’ – Fans react as Mohun Bagan beat East Bengal by 1-0 in Durand Cup final
In a thrilling Durand Cup 2023 final at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium on Sunday, Mohun Bagan Super Giants triumphed 1-0 against East Bengal, securing their 17th Durand Cup title. Dimitri Petratos, the Australian forward for Mohun Bagan SG, was the hero with his 71st-minute goal. Despite being reduced to 10 men after Anirudh Thapa’s red card in the 62nd minute, East Bengal couldn’t capitalize on their numerical advantage.
This historic victory made Mohun Bagan SG the most successful team in Durand Cup history, surpassing East Bengal’s 16 titles. The last time Mohun Bagan SG clinched the Durand Cup was in 2000, and they had reached the finals in 2004, 2009, and 2019, only to falter each time. In a memorable showdown in 2004, they lost 2-1 to East Bengal.
Dimitri Petratos broke the deadlock for Mohun Bagan in the 71st minute
The first half-hour of the game saw Mohun Bagan SG dominate possession, but East Bengal, entering the final as the unbeaten team, gradually found their rhythm. The intensity picked up towards the end of the first half, with Mohamad Rakip and Borja Herrera orchestrating a counter-attack for East Bengal, but Nandhakumar Sekar’s volley went off target. Mohun Bagan SG also had their moments, with Dimitri Petratos missing a golden opportunity in extra time.
Despite receiving three yellow cards before halftime, Mohun Bagan SG held East Bengal at bay. However, their situation worsened when Anirudh Thapa received a second yellow card for a high boot in the 62nd minute. Surprisingly, Mohun Bagan SG remained more threatening on the attack even with a numerical disadvantage. It was Dimitri Petratos who broke the deadlock in the 71st minute with a powerful left-footed shot from outside the box, marking the only shot on target for Mohun Bagan SG throughout the match.
East Bengal had six shots on target but lacked the finishing touch in the final third, ultimately failing to score despite having 10 minutes of extra time in the second half. Notably, East Bengal had previously defeated Mohun Bagan SG 1-0 during the group stages of the Durand Cup 2023, marking their first win over their rivals in four years. East Bengal’s last major trophy had come in 2012 at the Federation Cup. The Durand Cup 2023, which commenced on August 3rd, featured 24 teams, four more than the previous year, vying for the prestigious title.
Here’s how fans reacted:
You said happiness, I heard MOHUNBAGAN 💚❤️#JoyMohunBagan
— Akash Chowdhury (@powerlessakash8) September 3, 2023
Joy mohunbagan 💚❤️
— SUMAN SARDAR (@AlokaSardar) September 3, 2023
Congratulations 💚❤️
— Sayan Bikash Mahato (@SayanBikash) September 3, 2023
@DrSanjivGoenka Congratulations sir for the derby win, Now we are the 17th-time champion of Durand(which is the highest for any club). Waiting for a special post regarding this from our page. Kindly look at this matter, sir. JOY MOHUNBAGAN💚❤️, Amra kara,MOHUN BAGAN💚❤️
— Anubhab (@ghosh28a) September 3, 2023
Champiooonnnnnnnsssssssss💚❤️🏆
— Jalpaiguri Mariners (@JalpaiguriM) September 3, 2023
ডার্বি ফাইনাল ✌️✌️⚽️⚽️🤝🤝
— subhrangsu dutta (@sdutta1957) September 3, 2023
💚♥️ pic.twitter.com/2f4v6YVwMr
— SUKALYAN SASMAL (@Iam_Sukalyan) September 3, 2023
Well played. MB fan from Punjab ❤️💚
— Why so serious man 😎😎😎😎 (@Sudipto343) September 3, 2023
FOOTBALL
WATCH: Georgina Rodriguez makes huge claim on Cristiano Ronaldo’s retirement in Football
Georgina Rodriguez made a huge claim on the future of her husband and star player, Cristiano Ronaldo, in Football. In a brief interaction with a host recently, Rodriguez was asked about the time left for Cristiano to make an impact at the highest level. Georgina looked honest in her approach to the question of the host and claimed something the fans would not love to hear.
Georgina claimed that the Portugal star has maybe one year more from him at the highest level. She felt that Ronaldo might play two more years before retiring and not more than that. She was however not sure if he would play for just one or two years and added that the Al Nassr star could also play more than that.
Watch the video of Georgina Rodriguez here –
🚨🎙️| Georgina Rodriguez on Cristiano Ronaldo’s future at Paris Fashion Week yesterday:
“Cristiano one more year, then it’s over. Maybe two, I don’t know.”
(via @ArobaseGiovanny)pic.twitter.com/4dxw2j5DuC
— Pubity Sport (@pubitysport) March 3, 2024
“Cristiano one more year, then it’s over. Maybe two, I don’t know,” said Rodriguez in the little chat she had with the host. The video has gone viral on X and the fans have started sharing it on different platforms. Some of the fans feel that Georgina might be right, while others feel that she could be wrong, given the fitness and longevity of the star player.
Legacy of Cristiano Ronaldo
On the 5th of February, Ronaldo celebrated his 39th birthday. He is currently one of the oldest players in the world. In the past, players at this age would have retired way back. But the fitness and consistency of Ronaldo make him play the sport as long as he wishes. In his career so far, Ronaldo has won many major leagues for Portugal and league teams like Real Madrid, Al Nassr, and Manchester United.
With United, Portugal won some major leagues like the FA Cup and the Champions League. With Real Madrid, the 39-year-old won the leagues like the UCL, Copa Del Rey and La Liga. He won it three consecutive times for Real Madrid. For Portugal, Cristiano had a huge contribution to Portugal. He has the most number of appearances and goals for an international team and won the Euro 2016 with Portugal.
FOOTBALL
Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham slapped with Red Card as he argued with referee
England and Real Madrid player Jude Bellingham was slapped with a Red Card during the La Liga game against Valencia. In the game, the home team, Valencia was leading by 2-0 after 30 minutes before Madrid scored in the injury time of the first half. Vinicius Junior opened the scoring for Madrid while Hugo Duro (27′) and Roman Yaremchuk (30′) scored a goal each.
In the 76th minute, Junior scored an equalizer to keep the team in the game. However, in the injury time of the second half, Bellingham was given a red card as he argued with the referee against calling it a full-time before he could score. In reply, the match official decided to slap the England international with a Red Card. The team coach Carlo Ancelotti wasn’t happy with the verdict as the Three Lions player was making a pass at the time.
Jude Bellingham verbally abusing officials and other footballers at the slightest provocation needs to be talked about more. It’s embarrassing he gets applauded by Real Madrid Fans.
Mason Greenwood should’ve allowed La Liga to deal with this simp. pic.twitter.com/ixYSw6YxaC
— Herman Facundo© (@hermanfacundo_7) March 3, 2024
“I think what’s just happened is unprecedented. It’s never happened to me,” Ancelotti told reporters.
“We had possession of the ball and the match should have been finished when Valencia had the ball.
“What bothers us is the red card for Bellingham because he didn’t say anything insulting. He was frustrated of course,” said Ancelotti, adding that Bellingham had used a common English swearword when telling the referee it was a goal.
We are annoyed with Jude Bellingham’s Red Card: Carlo Ancelotti
“We were annoyed with Bellingham’s red card. He didn’t say any insults. He said in English ‘it’s a f—ing goal,’ but he was just saying what we were all thinking … [The referee] allowed play to continue. I think he made a mistake.”
“[Bellingham] was clear in what he said,” Ancelotti added. “He was quite vehement [in his reaction] but that’s normal, after what happened. It wasn’t an insult, not at all.”
FOOTBALL
PL 2023-24: MCFC vs MUFC Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Fantasy League Today’s Captain, Vice-Captain, and more for Manchester derby
Super Sunday is set to witness the Manchester Derby in the Premier League 2023-24. The match between Manchester City (MCFC) and Manchester United (MUFC) is set to take place in Etihad Stadium, the home ground of Manchester City. The two teams have had a contrasting journey in the league till now. The fortunes of City changed ever since Pep Guardiola took over the club as the manager.
While the home side are placed in the second position in the points table currently, United are in the sixth place in the points table. In their previous encounter, City hammered Luton Town by 6-2 in the FA Cup. United have shown massive improvements in the last few weeks after not having a good start to their campaign. United were involved in a thrilling game where they beat Nottingham Forrest by 1-0 in their last game.
Both teams feature some of the best players in the world. The likes of Julian Alvarez, Erling Haaland, Marcus Rashford, Kevin De Bruyne, Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, and others would be taking part in the match. Manchester City will start the match as the favourites, given their record in the ongoing league so far and the match taking place in their home. United with their improved record can challenge the home side.
MCFC vs MUFC – Match Details
Match – Manchester City (MCFC) vs Manchester United (MUFC), Premier League 2023-24
Venue – Etihad Stadium, Manchester
Date and Time – 3rd March 2024, 21:00 IST
Live Coverage – Star Sports Network and Disney plus Hot Star
MCFC vs MUFC – Head-to-Head
Both the teams from Manchester have a rich history in the sport. they have been up against each other in 191 instances. In as many games, Manchester United have been historically the better side with 78 wins to their name. City have managed to win 60 wins, as 53 games ended in a draw. In the last five games between the two sides in the Premier League, City have won four of the five games.
MCFC vs MUFC – Likely XI
Manchester City: Ederson, Walker, Dias, Ake, Akanji, Rodri, De Bruyne, Silva, Alvarez, Haaland, Foden
Manchester United: Onana, Dalot, Varane, Lindelof, Amrabat, Casemiro, Manioo, McTominay, Fernandes, Rashford, Garnacho
MCFC vs MUFC – Fantasy XI
Grand League Team
Goal Keeper – E Moraes
Defenders – M Akanji, K Walker, H Maguire
Mid Fielders – Kevin De Bruyne, B Fernandes, R Hernandez, Casemiro
Forwards – E Haaland (VC), J Alvarez, M Rashford (C)
Head-to-Head Team
Goal Keeper – S Ortega
Defenders – M Akanji, K Walker, R Varane
Mid Fielders – K De Bruyne (C), B Fernandes (VC), B Silva, Casemiro
Forwards – E Haaland, J Alvarez, M Rashford
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