The East Bengal camp is recalling its profitable Durand Cup marketing campaign in opposition to Mumbai City FC because it prepares to face the previous champion, and the presently second-placed facet, in an ISL-9 fixture at its dwelling in Salt Lake Stadium on Friday.
East Bengal, which beat Mumbai City 4-3 within the group stage of the Durand Cup this season, have by no means scored a aim in opposition to Mumbai City FC within the ISL.
The subsequent match in opposition to the Islanders thus turns into essential for the Torch Bearers as in addition they look to search out their first win of the League at dwelling.
East Bengal, which is presently positioned eighth within the league standings with 9 factors from three wins, wants to reinforce its tally if it needs to make it to the top-six place and fancy an opportunity of reaching the knock-outs. East Bengal has performed three video games at dwelling thus far and have misplaced all three. The dwelling document is kind of disappointing because it scored three targets and conceded seven within the course of.
Mumbai City FC is the one facet within the league which has remained unbeaten within the first 9 rounds. The Islanders can be seeking to regain the highest spot within the desk because the match reaches the midway stage. With its assault led by in-form Scottish striker Greg Stewart, Mumbai City has gained three out of their 4 away matches this season, drawing solely the opening day fixture in opposition to Hyderabad FC.