Asim Bando's KOLKATA BLOG

Mohun Bagan leading by 2-1 goals against Dempo in the first half of this high voltage match of I-League at Salt Lake Stadium. The match started with the target shot by Odafa of Bagan. And then Dempo scored from penalty due to foul of hand ball. But then, Bagan griped the match with firm hands and all the players of Bagan inspired by the attacking football by Odafa. This Nigerian playing one of his best today. He scored 2 goals in the first half. And attempted to score several. In one word, Fantastic match! Mohun Bagan playing their best of this season today.-- A. B.

Partial load-shedding at Salt Lake Stadium on the 85 min of play didn't snatch the joy and happiness among the supporters of Mohun Bagan - finally Bagan won the first Derby match of this year. And beat East Bengal after 19 months! But the total match never reached at the peak of standard play. Lack of quality, tendency to play on the mid field - not expected from the two teams. But referee Pratap Singh tackled the adverse situations well (4 yellow cards). And Mohun Bagan won the Derby Match by solitary goal of Odafa Okolie - hero of the day. -- A. B.