Mohun Bagan thrashes South United 8-0 in Durand Cup

Mohun Bagan Super Giant defeated South United Football Club 8-0 in their Group A match of the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan. The win, which put Mohun Bagan on six points and top of the group, featured a hat‑trick from Manvir Singh, a brace from Suhail Ahmad Bhat, and goals by Alberto Rodríguez, Rahul Bheke and an own‑goal by South United captain Noel S.

Head coach Panagiotis Dilimperis kept his 4‑4‑2 formation, starting new signings Dejan Dražić and Rahul Bheke, while South United coach Kaja Mohideen Bhadussa lined his side up in a 3‑4‑3 system. The Mariners dominated from the fourth minute, with early chances from Liston Colaco and Anirudh Thapa, and maintained pressure throughout the match.