East Bengal FC came from behind to beat Mumbai City FC 2-1 in the ISL at Mumbai Football Arena. Brandon Fernandes gave Mumbai an early lead, but second-half goals from Youssef Ezzejjari (penalty) and Nandha Kumar sealed the win. East Bengal moved to the top of the table with 21 points, while Mumbai City slipped to fifth.

Mumbai: East Bengal FC came from behind to defeat Mumbai City FC 2-1 in Indian Super League 2025-26 at the Mumbai Football Arena, with second-half goals from substitutes Youssef Ezzejjari and Nandha Kumar, overturning Brandon Fernandes’ early strike, on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

The Red and Gold Brigade produced a strong second-half display to claim three points and move to the top of the table with 21 points from 10 matches, ahead of Jamshedpur FC on goal difference. Mumbai City FC, meanwhile, slipped to fifth with 19 points from 11 matches, suffering their first home defeat of the season. East Bengal centre-back Kevin Leonel Sibille was named the Player of the Match for his defensive performance.

Petr Krátký’s side started on the front foot with early pressing, but centre-backs Sibille and Anwar Ali stood firm in the opening exchanges. Despite that, the Islanders struck first. In the 8th minute, left-back Akash Mishra’s long throw into the box created commotion, and midfielder Brandon Fernandes reacted quickest to fire a left-footed shot into the top left corner.

Mumbai City FC continued to create clearer openings. Around the quarter-hour mark, winger Vikram Pratap Singh surged down the right before his effort was blocked by defender Jeakson Singh.