Last updated on January 12th, 2024 at 12:35 pm
Mohun Bagan Super Giant: Founded in 1889, Mohun Bagan is among Asia’s oldest football clubs. Mohun Bagan SG to play against East Bengal as a part of Kalinga Super Cup 2024 Group A match on 19 January, 7:30 PM. Know the live streaming channel in this post.
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: Every year on July 29th, Mohun Bagan Day is celebrated to honor a historical moment in history. It was on this day in 1911 that Mohun Bagan emerged triumphant against the East Yorkshire Regiment in the 19-day long 1911 IFA Shield Final. This victory holds immense national importance as it symbolizes Indian nationalism and the fight for independence.
During the commemoration of Mohun Bagan Day, the Mohun Bagan Ratna award is bestowed upon former players, irrespective of the sport they excelled in.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant Matches
Stay updated with the latest tournaments that MBSG competes in, starting from 2023, as we continue to share all the important details in this article.
Mohun Bagan SG Kalinga Super Cup 2024 Participation
Mohun Bagan SG is currently competing in the Kalinga Super Cup 2024. They are placed in Group A, alongside opponents such as East Bengal, Hyderabad FC, and Sreenidi Deccan.
However, the team is facing a challenge as several key players have been selected by the Indian National Team’s coach to represent the country in the AFC Asian Cup 2024. Despite this setback, let’s see if Mohun Bagan can still rise to the occasion and claim the 2024 Super Cup India Trophy.
MBSG have a total of three matches to play against their group A rivals. So far, they have already played one match and emerged victorious against the Sreenidi Deccan I-league team. Now, they have two crucial matches remaining against East Bengal and Hyderabad FC.
- 09 January 2024: Mohun Bagan SG 2-1 Sreenidi Deccan
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- 14 January 2024: Mohun Bagan SG vs Hyderabad FC
- 19 January 2024 : Mohun Bagan SG vs East Bengal FC
Live Streaming: Watch all Mohun Bagan Super Giant Kalinga Super Cup 2024 live only on Sports 18 and JioCinema.
Mohun Bagan SG Durand Cup 2023 Participation
Mohun Bagan Super Giant emerged victorious in the Durand Cup 2023, triumphing over their opponents. MBSG were drawn in Group A alongside East Bengal, Roundglass Punjab and Bangladesh Army football team.
The tournament took place from August 3 to September 3, and matches were held in Kolkata, Guwahati, and SAI STC of 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.