Mohun Bagan Beat SC Delhi 2-1 in ISL 2026/27

Mohun Bagan Super Giant produced an impressive second-half comeback to defeat Sporting Club Delhi (SC Delhi) 2-1 in their Indian Super League (ISL) 2026/27 encounter at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Friday. After Lalrinliana Hnamte gave the hosts the lead in the first half, Lee Erwin and Miguel Figueira scored within four minutes of each other after the break to secure all three points for the Mariners.

Sporting Club Delhi made a promising start and took a deserved lead through Hnamte in the 23rd minute. However, Mohun Bagan responded strongly after half-time, with Erwin equalising in the 56th minute before Figueira completed the turnaround in the 60th minute. Despite late pressure from the Phoenixes, the visitors held on to claim a valuable victory.

Sporting Club Delhi Start Brightly Against Mohun Bagan

The Phoenixes began the match with attacking intent and immediately put the Mohun Bagan defence under pressure. Juan Peña tested Bagan goalkeeper Vishal Kaith with a long-range effort in the fourth minute, forcing the visitors to remain alert in the opening stages.

Sporting Club Delhi continued to create opportunities, with Lamgoulen Hangshing sending an effort over the crossbar following a corner in the eighth minute. The home side looked confident going forward and attempted to take advantage of its positive start.

Mohun Bagan gradually settled into the contest and began creating chances of their own. Lee Erwin tried his luck from outside the penalty area, but his effort went wide of the target.

Rahul Bheke then came close to opening the scoring for the Mariners after connecting with a cross from Lallianzuala Chhangte. However, SC Delhi goalkeeper Nora Fernandes reacted well to make the save and keep the match goalless.

Lalrinliana Hnamte Gives SC Delhi the First-Half Lead

Sporting Club Delhi eventually broke the deadlock in the 23rd minute through a well-executed attacking move. Manoj Mohammad picked out Lalrinliana Hnamte, who finished confidently with his left foot, directing the ball into the bottom-left corner beyond Kaith’s reach.

The goal gave the Phoenixes a 1-0 advantage and rewarded their energetic start to the match. Mohun Bagan were now forced to chase the game, while the hosts looked to build on their momentum.

Both teams continued to threaten as the first half progressed. Rodriguinho tested Kaith with a long-range effort, while Miguel Figueira attempted to find the target from outside the box. Nora Fernandes was equal to Figueira’s effort, ensuring that SC Delhi maintained their advantage.

Erwin also came close to scoring for Mohun Bagan in the 39th minute, but Fernandes produced another save to deny the forward. The Mariners continued searching for an equaliser and Erwin narrowly missed the target during first-half stoppage time.

Despite the visitors’ late pressure, Sporting Club Delhi went into the half-time break with a 1-0 lead. Mohun Bagan had created opportunities but needed greater precision in front of goal to change the outcome.

Lee Erwin Equalises for Mohun Bagan in the 56th Minute

Mohun Bagan returned for the second half with greater urgency and immediately looked more determined to find an equaliser. Their increased attacking pressure eventually paid off in the 56th minute when Erwin brought the Mariners level.

Rahul Bheke delivered the crucial pass into the penalty area, picking out Erwin in a promising position. The forward kept his composure and calmly finished with his right foot, placing the ball into the bottom-left corner to make it 1-1.

The goal gave Mohun Bagan renewed confidence and shifted the momentum in their favour. After struggling to convert their chances in the first half, the Mariners had finally found a breakthrough and began pushing for a second goal.

Erwin’s equaliser also put Sporting Club Delhi under renewed pressure. The hosts, who had controlled important periods of the first half, now needed to reorganise defensively to prevent the visitors from completing the comeback.

Miguel Figueira Completes the Comeback Four Minutes Later

Mohun Bagan wasted little time in turning the match around. Just four minutes after Erwin’s equaliser, Miguel Figueira scored in the 60th minute to put the Mariners ahead for the first time in the contest.

Lalengmawia Ralte provided the assist, setting up Figueira for a composed left-footed finish into the bottom-left corner. The goal gave Mohun Bagan a 2-1 lead and capped an impressive spell of attacking football at the start of the second half.

The two quick goals completely changed the complexion of the match. Sporting Club Delhi had entered the break with a narrow advantage, but Mohun Bagan’s clinical finishing allowed the visitors to move in front within 15 minutes of the restart.

Figueira’s strike proved decisive as the Mariners took control of the scoreline. The Phoenixes were now required to find another goal, while Mohun Bagan focused on protecting their lead and looking for opportunities to extend it.

Sporting Club Delhi Search for an Equaliser

Despite falling behind, Sporting Club Delhi continued to push forward in search of a response. Rodriguinho attempted to restore parity with a long-range effort in the 72nd minute, but his shot sailed over the crossbar.

The Phoenixes continued to look for openings as the match entered its closing stages. However, Mohun Bagan remained dangerous on the counterattack and created several opportunities to increase their advantage.

Samir Zeljković tested Nora Fernandes with an effort from inside the penalty area, forcing the SC Delhi goalkeeper into another save. Alberto Rodríguez also threatened from a corner, but his header went over the crossbar.

Manvir Singh produced another opportunity late in the game, only for Fernandes to make a save. The goalkeeper’s efforts helped keep Sporting Club Delhi within reach of a possible equaliser, even as Mohun Bagan continued to apply pressure.

Mohun Bagan Hold Firm to Secure All Three Points

Sporting Club Delhi made a final push in stoppage time as they attempted to rescue a point from the encounter. Lalrinliana Hnamte, who had scored the hosts’ opening goal, had an opportunity to threaten again in the 90+6th minute, but his effort went over the crossbar.

That late chance represented one of the Phoenixes’ final opportunities to level the score. Mohun Bagan managed the closing moments effectively and prevented the hosts from finding another breakthrough.

The final whistle confirmed a 2-1 victory for the Mariners, who collected all three points after overturning a first-half deficit. Their ability to respond after the break and score twice in quick succession proved crucial in deciding the contest.

Key Highlights of Sporting Club Delhi vs Mohun Bagan

• Final score: Sporting Club Delhi 1-2 Mohun Bagan Super Giant.
• 23rd minute: Lalrinliana Hnamte scores to give SC Delhi a 1-0 lead.
• 56th minute: Lee Erwin equalises for Mohun Bagan after an assist from Rahul Bheke.
• 60th minute: Miguel Figueira scores the winning goal following a pass from Lalengmawia Ralte.
• Second-half turnaround: Mohun Bagan score twice within four minutes to move ahead.
• Late pressure: SC Delhi search for an equaliser, but Mohun Bagan hold on for victory.

Conclusion

Mohun Bagan Super Giant demonstrated their resilience by coming from behind to defeat Sporting Club Delhi 2-1 in the ISL 2026/27 encounter in New Delhi. Although the Phoenixes took the lead through Lalrinliana Hnamte in the first half, the Mariners responded with greater attacking intent after the restart.

Lee Erwin’s equaliser in the 56th minute and Miguel Figueira’s strike four minutes later proved decisive. Sporting Club Delhi created opportunities to fight back, but the visitors defended their advantage through the closing stages to secure all three points.

The victory highlighted Mohun Bagan’s ability to respond under pressure and capitalise on key moments. For Sporting Club Delhi, the defeat will be disappointing after a promising first-half performance, while the Mariners can take confidence from a comeback that delivered an important result in their ISL campaign.