🏆Mohun Bagan Super Giant Are ISL 2024–25 Champions! A Night to Remember in Kolkata
What a night! On April 12, 2025, the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata turned into a football festival as Mohun Bagan Super Giant lifted their second Indian Super League (ISL) title with a hard-fought 2–1 win over Bengaluru FC — and trust me, it had everything: drama, emotion, and a roaring crowd of over 59,000 fans!
Let’s rewind and relive this epic final, because nights like this don’t come often. From the moment fans walked into the stadium, you could feel it in the air — the tension, the hope, the love for the game. Kolkata, often called the heart of Indian football, was buzzing.
Mohun Bagan, with their iconic maroon and green, had the majority of support. Flags were flying, chants were echoing, and drums were beating — this was more than a game. It was war, it was pride, and it was pure emotion.
The match began with both teams testing each other. Bagan looked more aggressive early on, but Bengaluru’s defense stood firm. The first half ended goalless, but things really exploded after the break.
The unthinkable happened. Bagan’s dependable defender Alberto Rodríguez accidentally turned the ball into his own net. A miscommunication. A heartbreak. Bengaluru FC took a 1–0 lead and suddenly the stadium went quiet. But Mohun Bagan fans and players weren’t giving up. Not tonight.
Bagan responded with intensity, and they were rewarded when they won a penalty. Stepping up confidently was Jason Cummings, and he calmly slotted it home to make it 1–1. The crowd erupted. The comeback was on. Momentum had shifted.
Extra Time – Maclaren Makes History
The game went into extra time, and just 6 minutes in — BOOM! Jamie Maclaren, cool as ice, broke through Bengaluru’s defense and found the back of the net in the 96th minute. The stadium absolutely exploded. Fans were hugging, shouting, some even crying. It was the moment that sealed the final.
After that goal, Bagan focused on defending their lead. Bengaluru threw everything they had, but the Bagan backline and keeper weren’t letting anything past them. When the final whistle blew, the stadium turned into a sea of celebration.
Final Score: Mohun Bagan 2 – 1 Bengaluru FC (After Extra Time)
A Night to Remember, Forever
This final will go down as one of the most emotional, dramatic, and beautiful moments in ISL history. For Mohun Bagan fans, it wasn’t just a victory — it was vindication, celebration, and love for a club that’s been part of their lives for over 100 years. So here’s to the champions. Here’s to the fans. Here’s to football. Here’s to Mohun Bagan. Joy Mohun Bagan!
ISL 2024–25 Awards Summary
Double Champions: Mohun Bagan Super Giant won both the League Shield and the ISL Cup, completing a historic double.
Player of the Match: Jamie Maclaren
No surprises here — Jamie Maclaren walked away with the Player of the Match award. Scoring the winner in a final? That’s the stuff of legends.
Best Work with Indian Players:
Jamshedpur FC — recognized for outstanding development of domestic footballers.
Best Work with Youth Players:
Jamshedpur FC — praised again for their contribution to youth development under coach Khalid Jamil.
Golden Glove (Best Goalkeeper):
Vishal Kaith (Mohun Bagan) — 15 clean sheets; a key figure in their double triumph.
Golden Boot (Top Scorer):
Aladen Azeerai (NorthEast United) — Scored 23 goals, a new single-season record in ISL history. Despite his brilliance, NorthEast exited in the playoffs.
Golden Ball (Best Player):
Aladen Azeerai — Alongside 23 goals, he provided 7 assists, contributing to 30 goals total.
Emerging Player of the Season:
Bryceon Fernandes (FC Goa) — A standout attacker who even scored twice against eventual champions Mohun Bagan in the group stage.
Watch the match highlights