East Bengal continued their dominant run in the Indian Women's League (IWL) 2025-26 season by defeating Gokulam Kerala 2-0 on Wednesday. The victory keeps their perfect record intact, having won all five matches so far.
Match Summary
The match, played at the East Bengal Ground, saw the home team take control early. Striker Bala Devi opened the scoring in the 23rd minute with a clinical finish from close range. The goal came after a well-worked move involving midfielder Sanju Yadav, who provided the assist.
East Bengal doubled their lead in the 58th minute when Manisha Kalyan curled a free kick into the top corner, leaving the Gokulam Kerala goalkeeper with no chance. The visitors pushed for a goal in the final stages but were unable to break down the solid East Bengal defense.
Key Performances
- Bala Devi scored her fourth goal of the season and continues to be a key figure in attack.
- Manisha Kalyan notched her third goal, showcasing her set-piece prowess.
- Sanju Yadav was instrumental in midfield, controlling the tempo and creating chances.
- Goalkeeper Aditi Chauhan kept her fourth clean sheet of the campaign.
League Standings
With this win, East Bengal sits atop the IWL table with 15 points from five matches. They hold a three-point lead over second-placed Sethu FC. Gokulam Kerala remains in fourth place with seven points from five games.
The team's coach, Amrinder Singh, praised the squad's discipline and focus. "We knew Gokulam Kerala would be tough opponents, but our players executed the game plan perfectly. We are taking it one match at a time," he said after the match.
Looking Ahead
East Bengal will face Odisha FC in their next fixture on March 10. Gokulam Kerala will look to bounce back when they host Kickstart FC on the same day.
