East Bengal fans seized the moment to revel in the defeat of their arch-rivals, Mohun Bagan, in the ISL 2024 final against Mumbai City FC, which ended in a 3-1 scoreline. The banter reached fever pitch as Mohun Bagan, after a stellar season, fell short in the crucial match.
The loss provided ample fodder for East Bengal supporters, who didn't miss the chance to mock their derby rivals on social media. The jests and jabs highlighted the deep-rooted rivalry and the schadenfreude felt by East Bengal fans over Mohun Bagan's disappointment.

One East Bengal fan pointedly tweeted, "Get Lost," alongside a photo of a dejected Subhasish Bose, Mohun Bagan's captain, epitomizing the mood of their fans. The mood among East Bengal's support was unmistakably gleeful as they enjoyed the reversal of fortunes, with Mohun Bagan failing to clinch the title.
Further poking fun at their rivals, another supporter tweeted, "M in #MohunBaganSuperGiant stands for - 'MOYE MOYE'. Let us all laugh at Mohun Bagan Super Giant," using wordplay to deride Mohun Bagan's performance in the final.
A particularly striking image shared by fans featured Lallianzuala Chhangte in an unintentional pose, which led to the comment, "Chhangte holding Mohun Bagan and their legacy," symbolically suggesting his dominance over the opposition.
The influence of key players was also a theme in the taunts, with a fan posting an image of Bipin Singh, who scored a decisive goal, holding a Mohun Bagan-themed dog, captioning it, "Official owner of Mohun Bagan sg."
Accusations of favouritism and unfair advantages are common in sports rivalries, and one East Bengal fan's tweet reflected this sentiment: "All the rigging for this. Hold that chomun Bagan," implying that despite alleged advantages, Mohun Bagan still failed to win.
During the match itself, Mumbai City FC showcased resilience and tactical superiority. After falling behind to an early goal by Jason Cummings, Mumbai City responded fiercely. Jorge Pereyra Diaz, Bipin Singh, and Jakub Vojtus each found the net, overturning the deficit and securing Mumbai City their second ISL trophy.
The match was a rollercoaster, starting with Mohun Bagan attempting to seize control early on, only to be outplayed by Mumbai City's strategic pressing and offensive maneuvers. Despite the hosts' best efforts and an electrifying goal from Cummings, Mumbai's comeback highlighted their season's strength and tactical acumen.
This victory not only gave Mumbai City the championship but also served as a moment of triumph over a formidable Mohun Bagan side, adding another chapter to the storied rivalry in Indian football.