East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan: Is there extra time and penalties in IFA Shield final?
East Bengal is the record winner of the IFA Shield with 29 titles to its name, while Mohun Bagan has 21. | Photo Credit: IFA
East Bengal is the record winner of the IFA Shield with 29 titles to its name, while Mohun Bagan has 21. | Photo Credit: IFA
East Bengal is taking on Mohun Bagan Super Giant as the Kolkata Derby takes centre stage once again as in the IFA Shield final on Thursday.
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The two teams have had contrasting runs to the final. In the group stage, Bagan started with a 6-0 win over Sreenidi Deccan, before drawing 1-1 with Northeast United. The Mariners defeated Punjab FC 4-3 on penalties in the semifinal to progress to the final.
East Bengal, on the other hand, started with a 3-1 win over Calcutta Customs before losing 0-1 to Punjab FC in the group stage. The Red and Gold Brigade defeated Northeast United 7-2 to set up the summit clash with Bagan.
What happens if East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan IFA Shield final ends in a draw?
If the East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan IFA Shield ends in a draw after 90 minutes, the match will head into extra time. If the scores are level after two 15-minute halves, the winner will be decided via a penalty shootout.
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