Mohun Bagan Super Giant: Founded in 1889, Mohun Bagan is among Asia’s oldest football clubs. Mohun Bagan SG to compete in Group A with East Bengal, Roundglass Punjab, and Bangladesh Army.
About Mohun Bagan Athletic Club
Mohun Bagan Athletic Club is one of the oldest football clubs in India and Asia, founded on August 15, 1889. Currently, the club competes in the Indian Super League (ISL), which is the top division of Indian club football. For ownership reasons, Mohun Bagan is known as Mohun Bagan Super Giant.
In 1911, July 10 the club achieved a remarkable accomplishment in Indian football by winning the IFA Shield final against the East Yorkshire Regiment. This victory was significant because it made Mohun Bagan the first all-Indian team to become champions against a British club.
Mohun Bagan Day: Since 2001, July 29th is observed as Mohun Bagan Day, commemorating a historical moment when the club emerged victorious against East Yorkshire Regiment in the 1911 IFA Shield Final, a match that spanned 19 days. The event had great national importance as it represented Indian nationalism and the struggle for independence.
On Mohun Bagan Day, the prestigious Mohun Bagan Ratna award is given to outstanding former players, regardless of the sport they played
Mohun Bagan SG Durand Cup 2023 Participation
Mohun Bagan Super Giant will be participating in the upcoming Durand Cup 2023, specifically in Group A matches. The matches in this group will be held in Kolkata, where Mohun Bagan SG will compete against three other participating clubs- East Bengal, Roundglass Punjab and Bangladesh Army football team.
The Mohun Bagan Super Giant Durand Cup 2023 match list includes the following fixtures:
- Mohun Bagan SG vs Bangladesh Army FT on 3rd August, Thursday, at 6 pm, VYBK Stadium Kolkata.
- Mohun Bagan SG vs Roundglass Punjab FC on 7th August, Monday, at 6 pm, KBK Stadium Kolkata.
- Mohun Bagan SG vs Emami East Bengal FC on 12nd August, Saturday, at 4:45 pm, VYBK Stadium Kolkata.
Let’s watch and see if Mohun Bagan Super Giant can clinch the Durand Cup 2023 trophy.
The tournament is scheduled to take place from August 3 to September 3, with matches being held in Kolkata, Guwahati, and SAI STC Kokrajhar.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant Overview
| Club Name | Mohun Bagan Super Giant |
| Logo | |
| Founded | 15th August 1889 |
| Nickname | The Mariners |
| League | Indian Super League |
| Location | ATK Mohun Bagan Pvt. Ltd., 2nd Floor, Dhanshree Tower, 70 Diamond Harbour Road, Kolkata – 700023 |
| Club Twitter Handle | Click Here |
| Club Facebook Page | Click Here |
| Club Instagram | Click Here |
| Club Website | Click Here |
| Club Youtube | Click Here |
| Join Telegram | Join Here |
Mohun Bagan Titles | Achievements
Throughout the years, the club has won numerous titles, including six top-flight football league championships. These achievements have firmly established Mohun Bagan as one of the most successful clubs in Indian football. The club has also made contributions to other sports like cricket and hockey.
Below is a table showcasing the titles that Mohun Bagan has won since its establishment:
| Competition | No of Matches Won |
| Calcutta Football League | 30 |
| IFA Shield | 20 |
| Durand Cup | 17 |
| Rovers Cup | 14 |
| Federation Cup | 14 |
| NFL/ISL/I-League | 6 |
| Indian Super Cup | 2 |
Mohun Bagan Super Giant Facts
- Mohun Bagan won ISL 2022-23 title.
- Mohun Bagan won the Durand Cup 2023 by defeating the arch-rivals, East Bengal with a score of 1-0 at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata.
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FAQs
1. When was Mohun Bagan Athletic Club established?
Mohun Bagan Athletic Club, known as Mohun Bagan Super Giant for ownership reasons was established on August 15, 1889. Mohun Bagan is the oldest football clubs in India and Asia.
2. What achievement did Mohun Bagan accomplish in 1911?
In 1911, Mohun Bagan won IFA Shield final against the East Yorkshire Regiment. This victory made them the first all-Indian team to become champions against a British club in Indian football.
3. Which league does Mohun Bagan currently compete in?
Mohun Bagan currently competes in the Indian Super League (ISL), which is the top division of Indian club football. For ownership reasons, they are known as Mohun Bagan Super Giant.
4. When is Mohun Bagan Day is celebrated?
Since 2001, the 29th of July is celebrated as Mohun Bagan Day to pay tribute to the club’s victory over the East Yorkshire Regiment in the final of the 1911 IFA Shield.
