Mohun Bagan vs NorthEast United Highlights, Durand Cup 2024: MBSG vs NEUFC: 2-2 (3-4 on penalties) at Full-time!

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Golden Ball: Gurmeet (NorthEast United) - 3 clean sheets
Golden Boot: Noah Sadaoui (Kerala Blasters) - 6 goals
Golden Ball: Jithin MS (NorthEast United) - 2 Player of the Match
This is not just the first Durand Cup, but it's their very first silverware since the club's inception a decade ago. History made by defeating the Kolkata giants, the defending Durand Cup champions.
NorthEast United make history as the Highlanders gk Gurmeet saves two shots from Mariners' Liston Colaco and captain Subhasish Bose to win their first Durand Cup.
5th for MBSG: Subhasish's shot is saved
MBSG 3-4 NEUFC
4th for NEUFC: Ajaraie scores
MBSG 3-4 NEUFC
4th for MBSG: Petratos scores
MBSG 3-3 NEUFC
3rd for NEUFC: Parthib scores
MBSG 2-3 NEUFC
3rd for MBSG: Colaco's shot is saved
MBSG 2-2 NEUFC
2nd for NEUFC: Zabaco scores
MBSG 2-2 NEUFC
2nd for MBSG: Manvir scores
MBSG 2-1 NEUFC
1st for NEUFC: Guillermo scores
MBSG 1-1 NEUFC
1st for MBSG: Cummings scores
MBSG 1-0 NEUFC
The referee says it's a retake. Cummings goes on to take the first penalty again.
1st for MBSG: Cummings misses
MBSG 0-0 NEUFC
90+4' The referee signals the end of the game and we go to penalties to figure the winners of this edition of the Durand Cup.
90+2' With the absolute dominating game from Highlanders, these last few minutes must be feeling like an eternity to the Mariners' players and fans.
90' Highlanders with one chance after another in the last two minutes. Almost 40-50000 fans at the Salt Lake Stadium sitting with their hearts in hands.
The referee signals 4 minutes of additional time.
88' MBSG with another attack after quite some time. Petratos gets another shot just from the edge of the box and it was so close but the ball goes a tad bit left of the goalpost.
86' Highlanders won a golden chance to get that lead with less than 5 minutes of the match left. Nestor took the shot and put it directly at the hands of Vishal Kaith.
84' It seems, the Mariners are having difficulty even keeping a hold of the ball and winning the ball from their opposition. It just is not going their way since the start of this half.
82' Every change made by the Highlanders, starting from Nestor, Guillermo to Parthib Gogoi, has amplified the positive impact manifold.
Robin in - Dinesh out for NEUFC.
80' Mariners getting the ball, trying to create that attacking chance slowly, with the time they don't really have. Liston manages to run into the Highlanders box but they defend exceptionally well and the ball ends up on the hands of the gk.
78' It has been all Guillermo's show since he came on, finding spaces, passes, getting on every crucial move, creating problems, and keeping constant pressure on the Mariners.
76' The match resumes after the cooling break.
75' After the match getting a little break with Dinesh getting the medical attention, the ball comes back to the Highlanders again and they start with their attacks again. With that, the match goes on a cooling break.
MBSG 2-2 NEUFC
73' It seems Dinesh has gone down and needs medical attention.
Parthib Gogoi in - Jithin out for NEUFC.
71' Mariners finally get an attacking chance after quite some time. Petratos gets the ball on the left and decides to take the shot himself but it had no force, so saved easily by the goalkeeper.
69' Jithin with another screamer and testing Vishal Kaith again and again. Thankfully for the Mariners, Kaith is a wall and that's the only thing that's keeping the scoreline still at a 2-2 draw. Otherwise, it could've gone in the Highlanders favour already.
67' The face of the game has changed entirely in the span of 15 minutes, the half-time break. There's still 25 minutes or more to go depending on the injury time and it's still a long long night away for the Mariners now.
Mohun Bagan SG, the defending champions, are determined to secure their 18th Durand Cup victory, solidifying their position as the most successful team in the tournament's history.
The Mariners demonstrated outstanding form during the group stage, winning all their matches, scoring seven goals, and keeping a clean sheet throughout. In the quarterfinals, they faced Punjab FC in a thrilling match that ended 3-3 in regular time, with Mohun Bagan eventually triumphing in a penalty shootout.
In a tense semifinal, they once again emerged victorious in a penalty shootout following a 2-2 draw in regulation time, thanks to the heroics of goalkeeper Vishal Kaith, which secured their spot in the final. Mohun Bagan's attack is led by Jason Cummings, Dimitri Petratos, and Liston Colaco, with Anirudh Thapa and Sahal Abdul Samad providing support in midfield. Their defense is solidified by players such as Alberto, Thomas Aldred, and Subhasish Bose, with Vishal Kaith as their reliable goalkeeper.
NorthEast United FC have already made history by reaching the Durand Cup final for the first time, defeating their arch-rivals Shillong Lajong in the semifinals.
The Highlanders were equally dominant in the group stage, winning all three of their matches with a total of 10 goals while conceding just one. Under the guidance of coach Juan Pedro Benali, they showcased tactical strength and defensive resilience, comfortably overcoming the Indian Army in the quarterfinals.
Their semifinal victory against Shillong Lajong FC was a commanding 3-0 win, earning them a place in the final. The team's attacking threat is underscored by Guillermo Fernández and Jithin MS, both of whom are among the second-highest scorers in this year's Durand Cup, making their forward line a crucial factor in their quest for victory.
Fans are eagerly awaiting this clash between Mohun Bagan SG, who are seeking their 18th title, and NorthEast United FC, who have surpassed expectations to reach their first-ever final. NorthEast United FC will aim to make history by adding the Durand Cup to their list of achievements.