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Super Cup 2025: Chennaiyin FC Go Down In A Hard-fought Opener Against Mohun Bagan
Mohun Bagan Super Giant: Chennaiyin FC went down 2-0 against Indian Super League (ISL) side Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the opening match of the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda on Saturday. Fielding an all-Indian starting XI in Head Coach Clifford Miranda’s first game in charge, the Marina Machans matched their opponents for large spells despite the reverse and showed encouraging signs for the games ahead.
Miranda named a sturdy backline of five, anchored by Pritam Kotal—who also captained the side—shielding Mohammad Nawaz in goal. The young midfield trio of Jitendra Singh, Jiteshwor Singh, and Lalrinliana Hnamte showcased composure and energy in the middle, while Irfan Yadwad and Farukh Choudhary led the attack with intent.
A gritty opening in torrential downpour at the Fatorda saw both teams battle for control in the middle of the park. Chennaiyin’s clearest chance in the first period fell to Farukh, who drew a parry out of custodian Vishal Kaith following a dazzling dribble. For Mohun Bagan, Sahal Abdul Samad raced through on goal, only to be heroically denied a clear shot at goal by a sliding Laldinliana Renthlei.
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