Mohun Bagan Super Giant delivered a breathtaking comeback at the Salt Lake Stadium, edging out Punjab FC 3-2 in a pulsating ISL encounter packed with drama.
The Mariners trailed twice but never gave up, showcasing incredible character and fighting spirit to snatch all three points deep into injury time.
Jamie Maclaren, Sahal Abdul Samad, and Jason Cummings were the heroes of the night, each contributing at crucial moments to seal a memorable win.
Starting Lineups
The players used by both teams are as follows.
Mohun Bagan SG (4-5-1)
GK: Vishal Kaith | DEF: Tom Abhishek Singh, Alberto Rodriguez, Subhasish Bose, Tom Aldred | MID: Deepak Tangri, Manvir Singh, Robinho, Liston Colaco, Anirudh Thapa | FWD: Jamie Maclaren
Punjab FC (4-3-3)
GK: Arshdeep Singh | DEF: Pramveer Singh, Kingslee Lhungdim, Baljit Sahni, Muhammad Uvais | MID: Dani Ramirez, Slavko Zeljkovic, Roshan Shabong | FWD: Bede Amarachi Osuji, Muhammad Suhail F, Effiong Nsungusi
Mohun Bagan SG vs Punjab FC: Team Stats Comparison
The full match stats are as follows.
| Mohun Bagan SG | Stat | Punjab FC |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Shots | 16 |
| 5 | Shots on Target | 7 |
| 54% | Ball Possession | 46% |
| 5 | Fouls | 12 |
| 3 | Yellow Cards | 4 |
| 0 | Red Cards | 0 |
| 3 | Offsides | 2 |
| 9 | Corners | 3 |
First Half: Punjab FC Draw First Blood
Punjab FC struck early as Dani Ramirez scored a brilliant goal in the 13th minute, finishing a precise pass with a low shot past Vishal Kaith, silencing the Salt Lake Stadium crowd.
Mohun Bagan lined up in a 4-5-1 formation with Jamie Maclaren leading the attack, but early setbacks forced substitutions in the 19th minute, disrupting their rhythm and initial game plan.
Despite the disruptions, Mohun Bagan responded strongly, with Jamie Maclaren equalizing in the 29th minute after capitalizing on a loose chance inside the box, lifting the home fans’ spirits.
The half ended with rising tensions as yellow cards were shown to Subhasish Bose and Pramveer Singh for reckless fouls, leaving the match finely balanced at 1-1 heading into the break.
Second Half: Punjab FC Retakes the Lead Before Mohun Bagan Roar Back
Punjab FC started the second half with intent, introducing Manglenthang Kipgen in the 47th minute, a tactical move that injected energy and helped them gain early control after the restart.
Their momentum paid off in the 60th minute when Effiong Nsungusi finished powerfully past Vishal Kaith, converting a well-timed through ball to restore Punjab FC’s lead and silence the home crowd again.
Mohun Bagan reacted quickly with a double substitution in the 70th minute, bringing on Jason Cummings and Sahal Abdul Samad, a move that immediately boosted their attacking intensity and creativity.
The impact was immediate as Sahal Abdul Samad equalized in the 73rd minute with a calm finish, while both sides continued substitutions, adjusting tactics to gain an edge.
90+1′: Jason Cummings Seals the Thriller with a Last-Gasp Goal
With the match seemingly heading for a tense draw, Jason Cummings had other ideas, producing a sensational injury-time goal to give Mohun Bagan a 3-2 lead.
Cummings, who had come on as a second-half substitute, showed nerves of steel and clinical finishing to put the ball on target and seal an unforgettable victory.
The Salt Lake Stadium erupted in absolute jubilation as Cummings wheeled away in celebration, with teammates piling on in a moment of sheer collective ecstasy and joy.
The goal came amid a tense final ten minutes that saw yellow cards fly, with Rakesh Meitei Likmabam booked in the 90th minute for Punjab FC.
Goals & Key Events Timeline
The full match timeline is as follows.
| Minute | Event | Player | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12′ | Goal | Dani Ramirez | Punjab FC |
| 29′ | Goal | Jamie Maclaren | Mohun Bagan SG |
| 41′ | Yellow Card | Subhasish Bose | Mohun Bagan SG |
| 43′ | Yellow Card | Pramveer Singh | Punjab FC |
| 60′ | Goal | Effiong Nsungusi | Punjab FC |
| 68′ | Yellow Card | Effiong Nsungusi | Punjab FC |
| 73′ | Goal | Sahal Abdul Samad | Mohun Bagan SG |
| 90′ | Yellow Card | Rakesh Meitei Likmabam | Punjab FC |
| 90+1′ | Goal | Jason Cummings | Mohun Bagan SG |
| 90+3′ | Yellow Card | Arshdeep Singh | Punjab FC |
| 90+4′ | Yellow Card | Jason Cummings | Mohun Bagan SG |
| 90+9′ | Yellow Card | Jamie Maclaren | Mohun Bagan SG |
Key Performers of the Night
The Australian striker Jamie Maclaren was instrumental throughout, scoring the crucial equalizer in the first half and constantly threatening the Punjab FC backline with his movement.
Introduced as a substitute in the 70th minute, Sahal took just three minutes to level the match at 2-2 with a composed and brilliantly taken finish inside the area.
The Scottish striker Josh Cummings was the ultimate super-sub hero, capping a dramatic night with the match-winning goal in the 90+1 minute to break Punjab FC hearts completely.
The Punjab FC midfielder opened the scoring with a lovely early goal and consistently caused problems for Mohun Bagan’s defensive structure throughout the first half.
The Nigerian forward scored the second Punjab FC goal to restore the visitors’ lead and caused headaches for Mohun Bagan’s defense until his final substitution.
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Conclusion: Mohun Bagan Show Champions Mentality
This was a match that had absolutely everything: early shocks, incredible comebacks, last-gasp goals, late drama, and yellow cards flying everywhere near the final whistle.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant showed genuine champion’s mentality by refusing to accept defeat, twice coming from behind to claim all three points in dramatic fashion.
Punjab FC will feel hard done by, having led on two separate occasions, but ultimately Mohun Bagan’s quality, desire, and depth proved the decisive factors tonight.
Mohun Bagan faithful will be singing about this dramatic comeback victory for weeks, as the Mariners continue their impressive campaign in ISL 2025-26 this season.
