Daijiworld Media Network - Fatorda

Fatorda (Goa), Dec 4: East Bengal marched into the AIFF Super Cup final with a commanding 3–1 victory over Punjab FC in the first semifinal at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Thursday. Mohamad Basim Rashid, Kevin Sibille and captain Saul Crespo found the net for the Red & Gold Brigade, while Daniel Ramirez scored Punjab’s lone goal from the penalty spot.

The win sends East Bengal into their third Super Cup final and their second major final of the season after their narrow IFA Shield defeat to Mohun Bagan SG.

East Bengal opened the scoring in the 12th minute when Mohamad Basim Rashid smashed home a low drive from the edge of the box after a poorly cleared corner. Punjab fought back strongly and were awarded a penalty when Bipin Singh handled the ball

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