Mohammedan Sporting began its Durand Cup 2026 campaign with a convincing 4-0 victory over Baghpat FC of Banaras at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Monday.
Fardin Ali Molla gave the home side the lead in the 29th minute, helping Mohammedan take a solitary-goal advantage into halftime as Baghpat FC put up a disciplined defence.
Mohammedan ramped up the pressure after the break. Substitute Lalremsanga Fanai doubled the lead in the 73rd minute following some attacking changes made by coach Mehrajuddin Wadoo.
Israfil Dewan added a third in the 80th minute, before Fanai scored his second goal in the 84th minute, finishing off a long ball from goalkeeper Subhadip Pandit with an impressive solo run.
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Published on Jul 27, 2026