Lee Erwin and Miguel Figueira score second-half goals as Mohun Bagan overturn a deficit to defeat Sporting Delhi.

Mohun Bagan Super Giant bounced back in style after suffering a heartbreaking defeat against NorthEast United FC, the Highlanders, in their previous match, conceding a last-minute goal. The Mariners were determined to put that disappointment behind them, but their latest ISL encounter against Sporting Delhi did not begin as planned. Trailing 1-0 at half-time, Mohun Bagan needed a strong response in the second half. Lee Erwin restored parity in the 56th minute before Miguel Figueira scored four minutes later to complete a crucial comeback, helping the Mariners secure a 2-1 victory and return to winning ways.

Mohun Bagan Super Giant Trail Sporting Delhi 1-0 at Half-Time

Mohun Bagan Super Giant trailing Sporting Delhi 1-0 at half-time in their second Indian Super League encounter. Lalrinliana Hnamte’s 23rd-minute strike has given Sporting Delhi the advantage, leaving the Mariners with work to do in the second half.

Sporting Delhi tested Mohun Bagan goalkeeper Vishal Kaith on a couple of occasions. Juan Peña and Rodriguinho looked dangerous going forward, while the Mariners attempted to establish control through Miguel Figueira and their attacking players.

Mariners created their first major opportunity through Lee Erwin, who tested Sporting Delhi goalkeeper Nora Fernandes in the opening stages. However, Sporting Delhi broke the deadlock in the 23rd minute. Manoj Mohammad provided the assist as Lalrinliana Hnamte fired a left-footed shot into the bottom-left corner, giving his side a crucial 1-0 lead.

They continued to threaten on the counter. Rodriguinho tested Kaith with a long-range effort, but the Mohun Bagan goalkeeper made the save to keep his team within touching distance.

The Mariners tried to respond through Lee Erwin, Dejan Dražić and Miguel Figueira. Erwin had another opportunity from inside the box, but Fernandes produced a save to deny him. Figueira also saw an attempt blocked as Mohun Bagan searched for an equaliser.

Mohun Bagan found their first points in the ISL 2026-27

One of the biggest stakeholders in Indian football Mohun Bagan showed a beautiful transition in their gameplay to find their first win of the season. The Mariners produced an impressive second-half performance, with Lee Erwin and Miguel Figueira scoring within four minutes to turn the match around.

Sporting Delhi entered the break with the advantage after Lalrinliana Hnamte’s Left-footed effort, giving his side a deserved lead after an encouraging first-half display.

However, Mariners returned with renewed intent after the restart and quickly began putting pressure on the Sporting Delhi defence. The Mariners found their equaliser in the 56th minute when the Scottish player Lee Erwin converted from close range following an assist from Rahul Bheke.

The equaliser shifted the momentum in Mohun Bagan’s favour, and they needed only four more minutes to take the lead. In the 60th minute, Miguel Figueira finished with a left-footed shot into the bottom-left corner after receiving a pass from Apuia, completing a remarkable turnaround for the Kolkata giants.

Sporting Delhi attempted to respond, with Mohammed Aimen and Rodriguinho looking for opportunities in the attacking third. However, Vishal Kaith and the Mohun Bagan defence managed to withstand the pressure.

As the match progressed, Mohun Bagan made several substitutions to maintain their intensity. Sahal Abdul Samad, Liston Colaço, Manvir Singh and Samir Zeljković were introduced as the Mariners looked to protect their advantage and threaten on the counter-attack.

Sporting Delhi continued to search for an equaliser in the closing stages, but Mohun Bagan held firm despite late pressure. Six minutes of added time provided the home side with another opportunity to push forward, but the Mariners maintained their composure until the final whistle.

The result marks an important comeback victory for Mohun Bagan Super Giant, not only to regain confidence but also to motivate themselves after playing so much football in the last nine days including the IFA Shield final.