Mohun Bagan Veterans Recollect Memories of Playing Against Pele in Kolkata in 1977
2 years ago

Mohun Bagan Veterans Recollect Memories of Playing Against Pele in Kolkata in 1977

News 18  

The year 1977 is memorable for various people for various reasons. The year 1977 was memorable for football fans in Kolkata and a team from the iconic Mohun Bagan club as they saw football royalty in person as the legendary Pele, the three-time World Cup winner, visited the City of Joy for an exhibition match. Pele visited Calcutta as part of the New York Cosmos team and played an exhibition match against a team from Mohun Bagan, giving fans the opportunity of watching the emperor of world football in action. Some of the players that represented Mohun Bagan in that match against Cosmos went down memory lane for IANS, recalling watching the man known as ‘The King’, The Black Pearl and Pele in action. Speaking to IANS, Bidesh Bose, one of the players for Mohun Bagan in that unforgettable exhibition match and currently a Trinamool Congress legislator, said that because of the muddy condition of the Eden Gardens on that day, the insurers of Cosmos Club initially refused to allow the players to participate in the match.

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A tale of contrasts between East Bengal, Mohun Bagan and the tightrope of football journalism in India
2 months ago

A tale of contrasts between East Bengal, Mohun Bagan and the tightrope of football journalism in India

The Hindu  

The fans of Mohun Bagan Super Giant and East Bengal FC have different reasons to celebrate their teams’ successes this time. While East Bengal showed great form in reaching the quarterfinals of the AFC Challenge League, Mohun Bagan narrowly avoided heavy sanctions for refusing to play its AFC Champions League Two match against Tractor FC of Iran. Clear intentions: Having …

Goa Missing Its 12th Man in a Dramatic Kolkata Derby Showdown
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Goa Missing Its 12th Man in a Dramatic Kolkata Derby Showdown

The Hindu  

The Kolkata Derby witnessed a thrilling clash between Mohun Bagan and East Bengal, with Bagan emerging victorious in a 2-0 victory. Despite the absence of a strong home crowd, the Bagan faithful displayed unwavering support, echoing chants and celebrating their team's triumph. The match also marked the return of football in Goa, with the attendance struggling to reach its previous …

On Mohun Bagan day, former India captain Victor Amalraj recalls his exploits with the Mariners
5 months, 1 week ago

On Mohun Bagan day, former India captain Victor Amalraj recalls his exploits with the Mariners

The Hindu  

For former India football captain Victor Amalraj it was a trip down memory lane when he met some of his contemporaries at the Mohun Bagan Day Club celebrations in Kolkata on Monday evening. “One of the most memorable moments with Mohun Bagan Club was our spectacular 2-0 victory against JCT Mills Durand Cup final in which I scored a goal …

Mumbai between Habas and Bagan’s bid to complete circle
8 months ago

Mumbai between Habas and Bagan’s bid to complete circle

Hindustan Times  

In the last lap of a coaching career spanning four continents and 34 years, one in which he won La Liga as Rafa Benitez’s assistant, took Bolivia to Copa America and narrowly missed winning the league in South Africa, Antonio Lopez Habas found India. J Cummings and Petratos of Mohun Bagan SG Standing between Mohun Bagan, league shield winners in …

A Mohun Bagan forward with East Bengal DNA: Kiyan Nassiri talks about Kolkata derby, ISL hat-trick and more
11 months, 1 week ago

A Mohun Bagan forward with East Bengal DNA: Kiyan Nassiri talks about Kolkata derby, ISL hat-trick and more

The Hindu  

The Kolkata Derby has a special meaning for all the faithful supporters of Mohun Bagan Super Giant and East Bengal FC. However, its significance embraces an altogether fascinating shape in the Nassiri household, with father Jamshid Nassiri who is an East Bengal FC stalwart and son Kiyan Nassiri Giri who is one of the prominent prospects of the Mariners. Kiyan …

Mohun Bagan refuse to play CFL derby against East Bengal, fail to show up
1 year, 1 month ago

Mohun Bagan refuse to play CFL derby against East Bengal, fail to show up

Hindustan Times  

Football in West Bengal saw controversy as Mohun Bagan failed to turn up for their scheduled match against East Bengal, on Thursday. Mohun Bagan didn't show up for their CFL derby match against East Bengal. In a letter to IFA secretary Anirban Dutta, Mohun Bagan reportedly said, "Because of the ineffective scheduling by IFA we have been given to understand …

Mohun Bagan legend Shyam Thapa: The demise of Mohammed Habib a personal loss to me
1 year, 4 months ago

Mohun Bagan legend Shyam Thapa: The demise of Mohammed Habib a personal loss to me

The Hindu  

Former Indian national team forward and Mohun Bagan legend Shyam Thapa said that the death of Mohammed Habib felt very personal for him. “His level of motivation is hard to come by as he would always tell us to go for it whatever the stature of the opposition.” #OTD in 1977 football legend Pele as part of star studded New …

Gautam Sarkar to be awarded Mohun Bagan Ratna; Vishal Kaith, Dimitri Petratos among other awardees
1 year, 5 months ago

Gautam Sarkar to be awarded Mohun Bagan Ratna; Vishal Kaith, Dimitri Petratos among other awardees

The Hindu  

Former India midfielder Gautam Sarkar, who made headlines for man-marking the legendary Pele in an exhibition match against New York Cosmos in 1977, will be conferred with the ‘Mohun Bagan Ratna’. The 73-year-old, who had the distinction of leading Mohun Bagan and arch-rivals East Bengal in the 70s, will be given the club’s highest honour at the Mohun Bagan Day …

Pele to be honoured at Eden Gardens during India vs Sri Lanka 2nd ODI
1 year, 11 months ago

Pele to be honoured at Eden Gardens during India vs Sri Lanka 2nd ODI

Hindustan Times  

The Cricket Association of Bengal will pay a tribute to legendary Brazilian footballer Pele, who died recently, by showing footage of his playing days on the screens of the Eden Gardens when the stadium hosts the second ODI between India and Sri Lanka on Thursday. Pele had famously visited the stadium to play for the New York Cosmos against Mohun …

IND vs SL 2nd ODI: CAB to pay tribute to football great Pele during India vs Sri Lanka ODI
1 year, 11 months ago

IND vs SL 2nd ODI: CAB to pay tribute to football great Pele during India vs Sri Lanka ODI

India TV News  

The Cricket Association of Bengal will pay a tribute to legendary footballer Pele, who died recently, by showing footage of his artistry on giant screens during the second ODI between India and Sri Lanka at the Eden Gardens on Thursday. CAB to pay tribute to Pele The surviving members of the Mohun Bagan team have also been invited for the …

India vs Sri Lanka: CAB to pay tribute to Pele during second ODI at Eden Gardens
1 year, 11 months ago

India vs Sri Lanka: CAB to pay tribute to Pele during second ODI at Eden Gardens

Firstpost  

Kolkata: The Cricket Association of Bengal will pay a tribute to legendary footballer Pele, who died recently, by showing footage of his artistry on giant screens during the second ODI between India and Sri Lanka at the Eden Gardens on Thursday. On 24 September 1977, Pele came to Eden Gardens to play for New York Cosmos Club against Mohun Bagan. …

CAB to pay tribute to Pele during India-SL ODI at Eden Gardens
1 year, 11 months ago

CAB to pay tribute to Pele during India-SL ODI at Eden Gardens

The Hindu  

The Cricket Association of Bengal will pay a tribute to legendary footballer Pele, who died recently, by showing footage of his artistry on giant screens during the second ODI between India and Sri Lanka at the Eden Gardens on Thursday. On September 24, 1977, Pele came to the Eden Gardens to play for New York Cosmos Club against Mohun Bagan. …

'Need to Build a Base in Special Country Like India'- Pele's Wisdom to Nation During 2015 Delhi Visit
2 years ago

'Need to Build a Base in Special Country Like India'- Pele's Wisdom to Nation During 2015 Delhi Visit

News 18  

“It’s an honour for me to celebrate the world’s greatest sport with the children of India,” these words from Pele seven years ago will ring forever in the ears of football fans in Delhi. It was the first time in October 2015, Pele, considered by many as the greatest footballer of all time, set foot on Delhi and he simply …

Pele in Kolkata: When the emperor took on Mohun Bagan in the City of Joy at Eden Gardens
2 years ago

Pele in Kolkata: When the emperor took on Mohun Bagan in the City of Joy at Eden Gardens

The Hindu  

The date September 24, 1977 remains etched in gilt in the annals of Indian football for its rendezvous with the emperor of world football, Pele. Pele’s passing away on Friday has refreshed the vivid images of his much-celebrated visit with the New York Cosmos team, which played an exhibition match with Mohun Bagan on that date of September 1977. As …

Pele Dies at 82: When the Brazil Legend Mesmerised Kolkata in a Friendly Match
2 years ago

Pele Dies at 82: When the Brazil Legend Mesmerised Kolkata in a Friendly Match

News 18  

It might not have been quite surprising to see innumerable football fans in Kolkata thronging the streets to have a glimpse of Pele but the legendary Brazilian footballer was certainly left awestruck by India’s love and passion for the sport. Pele, on his first trip to India, had taken part in a friendly match against Indian giants Mohun Bagan at …

RIP Pele: Going back to time when three-time world cup winner was left mesmerised by football in India
2 years ago

RIP Pele: Going back to time when three-time world cup winner was left mesmerised by football in India

India TV News  

Pele, whose full name was Edson Arantes do Nascimento passed away on Thursday after a long battle with cancer at the age of 82. Playing against Mohun Bagan on a slushy and jam-packed Eden Gardens on September 24, 1977, in the twilight of his career, Pele was overwhelmed by the depth of talent a "little-known" Indian club possessed. "The prospect …

Pele no more: Brazil football legend’s trips to India immortalised in pictures
2 years ago

Pele no more: Brazil football legend’s trips to India immortalised in pictures

The Hindu  

Football great Pele, 82, passed away of cancer on Thursday in Sao Paulo. Nicknamed the Black Pearl, Pele won one Ballon d’Or, a record three World Cups and scored a staggering 1,283 career goals. At the time, he was playing for the New York Cosmos team and played a friendly against Mohun Bagan, one of the country’s oldest and most …

Former India football captain Samar Banerjee passes away
2 years, 4 months ago

Former India football captain Samar Banerjee passes away

The Hindu  

Samar Banerjee, who captained India to a fourth finish in the 1956 Melbourne Olympics passed away. Badru’s talent as a skilful forward came to be widely appreciated and he joined Mohun Bagan in 1952, after a brief stint with the famous Bengal-Nagpur Railway club. That was the best-ever performance by India in the Olympics or any other world event, which …

Wasn't Easy to Convince Florentin Pogba: ATK Mohun Bagan Coach Juan Ferrando
2 years, 5 months ago

Wasn't Easy to Convince Florentin Pogba: ATK Mohun Bagan Coach Juan Ferrando

News 18  

ATK Mohun Bagan head coach Juan Ferrando on Saturday said it was not easy to convince high-profile Guinean central defender Florentin Pogba, who is the elder brother of French World Cup winner Paul Pogba. The Mariners head coach said the left-footed centre-back was on their wishlist and he was convinced only after learning about the club’s vision. Last ISL season, …

'Have Heard About Indian Football From Nicolas Anelka & Robert Pires': Florentin Pogba Looking Forward to Playing For ATKMB
2 years, 6 months ago

'Have Heard About Indian Football From Nicolas Anelka & Robert Pires': Florentin Pogba Looking Forward to Playing For ATKMB

News 18  

Guinea international Florentin Pogba is ‘proud’ having joined Indian Super League club ATK Mohun Bagan on a two-year deal. But I have heard about Indian football from legendary footballers like Nicolas Anelka and Robert Pires who plied their trade here,” Florentin said after completing his transfer. “I wish you all the best at your new club ATK Mohun Bagan,” he …

An era in Indian football ends with the passing of Subhas Bhowmick
2 years, 11 months ago

An era in Indian football ends with the passing of Subhas Bhowmick

The Hindu  

Indian football lost one of its most vibrant personalities with the passing away of Subhas Bhowmick. The LG ASEAN Cup triumph in 2003, that he fashioned as a coach for East Bengal club, is still regarded as one of the best feats by an Indian manager at the club level. He made an equally big impact as a coach winning …

ISL 2021-22: Brutal ATK Mohun Bagan lay down marker with victory over Blasters as expensive signings shine
3 years, 1 month ago

ISL 2021-22: Brutal ATK Mohun Bagan lay down marker with victory over Blasters as expensive signings shine

Firstpost  

Once again it was an ATK Mohun Bagan-Kerala Blasters clash that kicked off a new season of the Indian Super League. With Roy Krishna, Tiri, Subhasish Bose, Lenny Rodrigues, David Williams and other proven players already in the squad, Mohun Bagan have assembled an all-star cast of their own. Mohun Bagan began the game in the fifth gear and capitalising …

Former India player and Mohun Bagan great Bhabani Roy passes away
3 years, 3 months ago

Former India player and Mohun Bagan great Bhabani Roy passes away

The Hindu  

Former India international and Mohun Bagan legend Bhabani Roy, who excelled as the country's first 'overlapping full-back' under the tutelage of the great Amal Dutta, passed away in Kolkata on Monday following a prolonged illness. pic.twitter.com/kQjBzTJggT — Mohun Bagan September 13, 2021 He played his club football for Mohun Bagan from 1968 onwards wherein he captained the green and maroons …

Goalkeeper Shibaji Banerjee, who denied Pele, to be conferred with Mohun Bagan Ratna posthumously
3 years, 5 months ago

Goalkeeper Shibaji Banerjee, who denied Pele, to be conferred with Mohun Bagan Ratna posthumously

India TV News  

Former India goalkeeper Shibaji Banerjee, who stood out against Pele-led Cosmos Club in an exhibition match here in 1977, will be conferred with Mohun Bagan Ratna posthumously, the club announced on Wednesday. The executive committee members also unanimously adjudged Fijian striker Roy Krishna as the Best Footballer of 2020-21, having guided ATK Mohun Bagan to the runners-up finish in the …

Shibaji Banerjee to be conferred with Mohun Bagan Ratna posthumously
3 years, 5 months ago

Shibaji Banerjee to be conferred with Mohun Bagan Ratna posthumously

The Hindu  

Former India goalkeeper Shibaji Banerjee, who stood out against the Pele-led Cosmos Club in an exhibition match in Kolkata in 1977, will be conferred with Mohun Bagan Ratna posthumously, the club announced on Wednesday. The executive committee members also unanimously adjudged Fijian striker Roy Krishna as the Best Footballer of 2020-21, having guided ATK Mohun Bagan to the runner-up finish …

ISL 2020-21 news Kolkata derby: ISL, Kolkata clubs live happily ever after - ISL news - Sportstar
4 years, 3 months ago

ISL 2020-21 news Kolkata derby: ISL, Kolkata clubs live happily ever after - ISL news - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Breaking away from the pall of gloom, there was light at the end of the tunnel. The long agonising wait for the club faithful came to an end with East Bengal, in its centenary year, finally getting the nod to play in the Indian Super League, which not so long ago had inherited the mantle of the top football league …

Former India and Mohun Bagan player Manitombi passes away
4 years, 5 months ago

Former India and Mohun Bagan player Manitombi passes away

The Hindu  

A pall of gloom descended on the football fraternity in Manipur as news of Laishram Manitombi Singh’s untimely death spread. We played together both for India and Mohun Bagan and I have a lot of nice memories to cherish,” former India captain Renedy Singh said about his friend and colleague. Mohun Bagan family is deeply saddened by the untimely demise …

FIFA Calls Mohun Bagan 'Way More Than Just a Club', Club Legend Jose Barreto Dreams of Coaching the Team
4 years, 5 months ago

FIFA Calls Mohun Bagan 'Way More Than Just a Club', Club Legend Jose Barreto Dreams of Coaching the Team

News 18  

Jose Barreto, one of Mohun Bagan's biggest players in modern times, on Wednesday said it is his dream to one day coach the iconic club, with whom he has won two national league titles. Indian football stalwart Bhaichung Bhutia, who had also donned the Mohun Bagan jersey apart from East Bengal, too hailed the partnership and said it's important that …

It's a dream to coach Mohun Bagan one day, says Jose Barreto
4 years, 5 months ago

It's a dream to coach Mohun Bagan one day, says Jose Barreto

The Hindu  

Jose Barreto, one of Mohun Bagan’s biggest players in modern times, on Wednesday said it is his dream to one day coach the iconic club, with whom he has won two national league titles. Indian football stalwart Bhaichung Bhutia, who had also donned the Mohun Bagan jersey apart from East Bengal, too hailed the partnership and said it’s important that …

Mohun Bagan Day: Club legend Jose Barreto says 'it would be a dream' to become head coach
4 years, 5 months ago

Mohun Bagan Day: Club legend Jose Barreto says 'it would be a dream' to become head coach

Firstpost  

Barreto is currently working with the youth development programme at the Reliance Foundation. Jose Barreto, one of Mohun Bagan’s biggest players in modern times, on Wednesday said it is his dream to one day coach the iconic club, with whom he has won two national league titles. I’m just working hard to be a good coach,” Barreto said during a …

Indian Men's Hockey Team Had Good Medal Chance if Olympics was Not Postponed, Feels Legend Ashok Kumar
4 years, 5 months ago

Indian Men's Hockey Team Had Good Medal Chance if Olympics was Not Postponed, Feels Legend Ashok Kumar

News 18  

World champion and Olympic medallist Ashok Kumar feels that Indian men's hockey team lead by Manpreet Singh were in contention for a podium finish had Tokyo Olympics not been postponed by a year due to Covid-19 pandemic. The key member of the 1975 World Champion Indian team and a bronze medallist at the Munich Olympics is apprehensive as to how …

Five Years to the 1st! Former Mariners Recall Mohun Bagan's I-League Parade Where ‘Life Had Come to a Standstill'
4 years, 7 months ago

Five Years to the 1st! Former Mariners Recall Mohun Bagan's I-League Parade Where ‘Life Had Come to a Standstill'

News 18  

Five years ago it was on this day that Mohun Bagan's homecoming was celebrated with a rousing reception – fans pouring on the streets to celebrate Kolkata's first-ever I-League title. But the gravity of the victory did not really hit the players till they saw tens of thousands of fans throng the streets in Kolkata upon landing -- along the …

Spanish members of Mohun Bagan, East Bengal homeward-bound
4 years, 8 months ago

Spanish members of Mohun Bagan, East Bengal homeward-bound

The Hindu  

The Spanish players and coaching staff of city’s traditional rivals – Mohun Bagan and East Bengal – joined shoulders for once, to return to their native country. With quarantine, self-isolation and home containment becoming the norm as the raging pandemic forced everyone to scamper indoors, Mohun Bagan’s hopes of celebrating one of its most emphatic title wins went up in …

Chhetri cried while playing in Kolkata league, contemplated quitting
4 years, 8 months ago

Chhetri cried while playing in Kolkata league, contemplated quitting

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: One of India's greatest footballers, Sunil Chhetri reveals he was under so much pressure while playing in Kolkata early in his career that he cried many times and even contemplated quitting the sport. Chhetri, who made his international debut in 2005 in a match against Pakistan, said he was also lucky to have the likes of Bhutia and …

Indian football legend PK Banerjee passes away at 83 after prolonged illness
4 years, 9 months ago

Indian football legend PK Banerjee passes away at 83 after prolonged illness

Firstpost  

Besides winning the gold medal at the Jakarta Asian Games in 1992, Banerjee led India in the 1960 Rome Olympics, where he scored the equaliser against a formidable French team in a 1-1 draw Kolkata: PK Banerjee, a footballing colossus of his time and a raconteur for life died on Friday aged 83, having dribbled and dazzled for a good …

Mohun Bagan and East Bengal’s eternal rivalry
4 years, 9 months ago

Mohun Bagan and East Bengal’s eternal rivalry

Live Mint  

Mohun Bagan vs East Bengal is only technically a football match. East Bengal made it through theirs, finishing second in Group A. Mohun Bagan didn’t qualify, finishing fifth in Group B. “We all know that the derby will never end—it could be a year or two without it, but East Bengal and Mohun Bagan fans know that we are two …

Barreto: 'I see a bit of me in Mohun Bagan's Baba Diawara'
4 years, 9 months ago

Barreto: 'I see a bit of me in Mohun Bagan's Baba Diawara'

The Hindu  

Mohun Bagan great Jose Barreto finds a bit of himself in Baba Diawara, the Senegalese striker who played a key role in Mohun Bagan winning the 2019-20 I-League, with four rounds to spare. READ: Asked everyone to be patient to see results: Mohun Bagan's I-League winning coach Vicuna “He came to Mohun Bagan at a time when they were not …

Mohun Bagan ready for Mohammedan Sporting test in Durand Cup opener
5 years, 5 months ago

Mohun Bagan ready for Mohammedan Sporting test in Durand Cup opener

The Hindu  

Even as I-League and Indian Super League are locked in a battle of supremacy, teams participating in both the leagues have got together to play the Durand Cup – which has been revived after a two-year gap to provide more competitive exposure to the players. Two well-known city-based clubs – Mohun Bagan and Mohammedan Sporting – will lock horns in …

Mohun Bagan, East Bengal and 4 other I-League clubs write to FIFA on Indian football
5 years, 5 months ago

Mohun Bagan, East Bengal and 4 other I-League clubs write to FIFA on Indian football

The Hindu  

Top I-League clubs including Minerva Punjab, Mohun Bagan and East Bengal have written to FIFA president Gianni Infantino, asking for his help in their fight for survival in Indian football. The clubs’ biggest bone of contention is the top tier status accorded to Indian Super League by the All India Football Federation as per the Master Right Agreement signed between …

Mohun Bagan and East Bengal want a unified league in India
5 years, 6 months ago

Mohun Bagan and East Bengal want a unified league in India

The Hindu  

Mohun Bagan is hoping for a unified league in the country which would be the future of Indian football. Debasish Dutta, Mohun Bagan's finance secretary who attended the meeting hosted by the All India Football Federation president Praful Patel to hear the I-League clubs on Wednesday, said a solution could well be a possibility now that all those who mattered …

Moments etched in memory
5 years, 8 months ago

Moments etched in memory

The Hindu  

A heart-stopping moment during live telecast of a sporting event is not so much the incredible goal or the unbelievable six, but the sight of a player falling in a manner that suggests an injury, perhaps even a career-ending one. READ| An evening to remember During a soccer camp in Bangalore many years ago, India’s leading player, the elegant Harjinder …

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