Confidence is running high at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, as Mohun Bagan Super Giant carry the momentum of a big Kolkata Derby win into their second Group A fixture against South United FC on Tuesday. The Bengaluru based side have earned this test though, having opened their own campaign with a comfortable 2-0 win over CISF Protectors, and they arrive with genuine Durand Cup experience of their own from last year’s edition.
Match Details: Mohun Bagan vs South United FC Kickoff Information
Here’s everything fans need to know before kickoff tonight.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | Durand Cup 2026, Group A |
| Date | Tuesday, August 4, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 5:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium), Kolkata |
| Group standing | South United FC 2nd, Mohun Bagan Super Giant 3rd |
(Source: Sofascore)
Group A Durand Cup Standings Before Kickoff
Both sides go into this one on the back of opening day wins, which makes tonight’s result all the more significant for early group positioning.
| Team | Latest Result | Points |
|---|---|---|
| South United FC | W | 3 |
| Mohun Bagan Super Giant | W | 3 |
(Source: Sofascore)
With both teams level on points from their first outing, a win here would put the victor firmly in control of their own destiny in Group A. FootballMint’s Durand Cup 2026 points table has the full picture across every group.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant and South United FC Full Squad Lists
Both clubs have named strong squads heading into this Group A clash, giving each coach real depth to call upon.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant Squad
Head coach: Panagiotis Dilmperis
- Goalkeepers: Vishal Kaith, Syed Zahid, Priyansh Dubey
- Defenders: Umer Muhthar KP, Samir Zeljkovic, Mehtab Singh, Alberto Rodríguez, Alex Saji, Subhasish Bose, Tekcham Abhishek Singh, Asish Rai, Rahul Bheke, Raj Basfore, Dippendu Biswa, Robilal Mandi
- Midfielders: Deepak Tangri, Miguel Figueira, Apuia, Anirudh Thapa, Abhishek Suryavanshi, Sahal Abdul Samad, Tanmoy Ghosh
- Forwards: Sayan Banerjee, Dejan Drazic, Liston Colaco, Manvir Singh, Jamie Maclaren, Kiyan Nassiri, Suhail Ahmad Bhat, Lallianzuala Chhangte
(Source: Official Club Website)
South United FC Squad
Head coach: Kaja Mohideen Bhadussa
- Goalkeepers: Nishanth N, Sunil Singh, Khulakpam Saroj
- Defenders: Rishik Shetty, Nygil Mathew, Rowan James, Samuel Joseph Royal, Noel S, B Abhiram, Euhan Kuruvilla
- Midfielders: Prajwal Gowda, Rinshid V, Satminlun Khongsai, Francis Xavier, Shogouhou Shogouhou, Raman Singh, Rithish R, Ringsangmi Lungharwo
- Forwards: Nirupam Gowda, Md Altab Hussain, Makakmayum Daniyal, Mustafa Shaikh, Vikram A, Manbhakupar Malngiang, Suhel Sekh, Chungkham Jackson, Ashish Chetry
(Source: Official Club Website)
For the wider tournament picture on every club’s roster, FootballMint’s Durand Cup 2026 teams and squads guide covers all the groups.
Predicted Lineups for the Group A Clash
With Apuia missing from training, Deepak Tangri looks set to come into the Mohun Bagan midfield in his place, while head coach Panagiotis Dilmperis confirmed both Alberto Rodriguez and Dejan Drazic are available for selection.
| Mohun Bagan Super Giant (4-3-3) | South United FC (4-3-2-1) |
|---|---|
| Vishal Kaith (GK, C) | Sunil (GK) |
| Abhishek Singh Tekcham, Alberto Rodriguez, Mehtab Singh, Rahul Bheke | Rishik Shetty, Md Altab, Rinshid V, Makakmayum Daniyal |
| Deepak Tangri, Anirudh Thapa, Sahal Abdul Samad | Shaikh Mustafa, Rowan James, Shougouhou |
| Dejan Drazic, Manvir Singh, Kiyan Nassiri | Satminlun, Noel S (C) |
| Chetry |
(Source: MBFT)
Tactical Analysis: Mariners Favoured but South United Have Pace to Exploit
Mohun Bagan go in as clear favourites given their squad depth and the confidence carried over from that Kolkata Derby win. They didn’t hit their absolute best in that opening game, but extra training sessions since should sharpen things up. Expect the Mariners to go on the front foot from the first whistle.
South United FC, on the other hand, are likely to sit compact defensively and look to hurt Mohun Bagan on the counter. Their squad has plenty of young pace in the final third, and that’s exactly the kind of profile that can catch a settled defence off guard if the Bagan back line switches off even briefly.
Players to Watch in the Group A Fixture
A few individual performers could end up deciding this one.
- Sahal Abdul Samad: Was outstanding against East Bengal, both creating chances and scoring, and remains the focal point of Mohun Bagan’s midfield and attacking play.
- Dejan Drazic: The Serbian winger was excellent for FC Goa in recent seasons, and his ability to run in behind from the left could be a genuine weapon in Panos’ system.
- Ashish Chetry: South United’s super sub scored against CISF Protectors in their opener, and his pace gives Bagan’s defence a real threat to manage on the counter.
Where to Watch Mohun Bagan vs South United FC
Fans can catch the match through the following broadcast options.
- TV: Sony Sports Ten 2 and Ten 2 HD
- Streaming: SonyLIV App
(Source: MBFT)
FootballMint’s Durand Cup 2026 live streaming and TV guide has the full broadcaster list for every fixture across the tournament.
Mohun Bagan Look to Build on Derby Momentum Against an Impressive South United FC Side
Mohun Bagan Super Giant carry both squad depth and derby winning confidence into this Group A test, but South United FC have shown in their own opener that they’re far from a soft touch. With both sides unbeaten after round one, tonight’s result at Salt Lake Stadium could shape how the race for the group’s top spot plays out over the coming weeks.
