Sat Nov 09 19:26:53 UTC 2024: ## East Bengal Holds Mohammedan Sporting in a Tense Goalless Draw
**Kolkata, India -** East Bengal FC defied the odds and held their city rivals Mohammedan Sporting Club to a goalless draw in a dramatic ISL clash on Saturday. Despite playing with just nine men for over an hour, East Bengal put on a defensive masterclass to end their six-match losing streak. This crucial point earned them their first point of the season, lifting them from the bottom of the 13-team table.
The match was a rollercoaster ride, with East Bengal facing a monumental challenge after two red cards in the first half. Nandhakumar Sekar was sent off for violent conduct in the 28th minute, followed by Mahesh’s second yellow card moments later for dissent.
Despite the setbacks, East Bengal’s defense, led by the impressive Anwar Ali, remained resolute. The veteran defender kept the dangerous Mohammedan Sporting duo of Franca and Loni Manzoki quiet throughout the match.
Mohammedan dominated possession, creating numerous chances, but East Bengal’s goalkeeper Prabhsukhan Singh Gill made crucial saves to keep the score level. The second half continued in the same vein, with Mohammedan pushing for the breakthrough, but East Bengal’s defense held firm.
Despite the numerical disadvantage, East Bengal managed to frustrate their opponents with their tactical discipline and determination. This hard-fought draw provides a much-needed boost to their morale as they look to climb the ISL table.
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