India, Oct. 8 -- Like every other Kolkata Derby, it was never an easy game. But Mohun Bagan Super Giant held on to a narrow 1-0 lead to overcome a dangerous East Bengal side in the IFA Shield 2026 final at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Thursday, October 8. Samir Zeljkovic scored the decisive goal as the Mariners retained the IFA Shield after another fiercely contested Kolkata Derby.

East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan Highlights: Zeljkovic Decides Derby

The East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan final was settled by Zeljkovic, who put Mohun Bagan ahead before half-time. The midfielder's strike gave the defending champions a crucial advantage in a match where both teams entered with strong recent form.

The Mariners reached the final a...