Odisha FC defeated East Bengal FC 2-1 in the Indian Super League 2024-25 fixture on Thursday, December 12 at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan Stadium in West Bengal. (Highlights | More Football News)

With this win, Juggernauts have now extended their unbeaten streak this season to five games.

The opening essay of the match saw some formidable chances coming in both team’s favours but they failed to turn them into goals.

East Bengal FC were reduced to 10 men in the 43rd minute due to Jeakson Singh’s sending-off. And it made things very hard for the home team.

After a goalless first half, East Bengal got off to a flying start in the 53rd minute as Lalchungnunga netted a well-timed right-footed shot from the center of the box, following a corner.

This much-needed lead gave the home side a boost, and they thought to build on this momentum and take control of the match.

But just two minutes later, at the 55th minute, the visitors wasted no time in responding as Jerry Mawihmingthanga leveled the score with a stunning equalizer, leaving everyone in awe.

It was a goal that showcased the visitors' resilience and determination to stay in the game.

After the equalizer, Odisha FC found a new rhythm, defending resolutely as 10-man East Bengal fought to regain control.

However, in the 81st minute, Hugo Boumous sealed the deal with a brilliant left-footed strike from the center of the box to the top right corner, assisted by Diego Mauricio.