Kolkata
Mohun Bagan Super Giant, India’s top football club, will begin their AFC Champions League 2 journey against Turkmenistan’s Ahal FK at Salt Lake Stadium today. The Kolkata-based team is eager to show their strength in Asia’s second-tier club competition.
The Mariners earned direct entry by winning the ISL Shield last season and are playing in the tournament for the second year in a row. After last year’s early exit, they are determined to make a deeper run this time.
Mohun Bagan had withdrawn from the 2024-25 AFC Champions League 2 season when they refused to travel to Iran to face Tractor SC in October due to security concerns. This year, the team looks focused and ready to overcome past challenges.
The club’s fans hope Mohun Bagan will set a strong example for Indian football on the continental stage. With a fresh start and home advantage, the Mariners aim to make their mark and advance further in the competition.
