East Bengal is one of the five teams in contention for the Indian Super League (ISL) title this season, and goes into the final round, facing Inter Kashi in Kolkata on Thursday.
The Red-and-Gold Brigade leads the points table, having scored the most goals in the tournament, and stands a chance to end its 22-year wait for the national men’s top-flight title.
How can East Bengal win the ISL?
East Bengal is level on points with Mohun Bagan Super Giant, and leads the standings on goal difference.
For East Bengal to win the title, following are the possible scenarios:
Scenario 1: East Bengal beats Inter Kashi
East Bengal almost wins. Bagan will have a narrow chance to dethrone its rival if it wins against Sporting Club Delhi by a margin of five goals plus East Bengal’s margin of victory over Kashi.
Scenario 2: East Bengal draws with Inter Kashi
East Bengal will finish the season with 24 points. For it to win the title, the following conditions have to be fulfilled:
- Bagan drops points against Sporting Club Delhi
- Mumbai City vs Punjab ends in a draw
- Jamshedpur FC wins by less than 13 goals over Odisha FC
Scenario 3: East Bengal loses to Inter Kashi
East Bengal is out of the race. Mumbai City will take the driving seat immediately.
Published on May 21, 2026