Mohun Bagan Super Giant produced an impressive second-half comeback to defeat Sporting Club Delhi (SC Delhi) 2-1 in their MG Indian Super League 2026-27 match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Friday. SC Delhi took the lead through Lalrinliana Hnamte in the first half. However, the Mariners turned the game around after the break, with Lee Erwin and Miguel Figueira scoring within four minutes of each other to secure all three points for the visitors.

SC Delhi Take First-Half Lead

SC Delhi, also known as the Phoenixes, began the match on the front foot and created an early opportunity in the fourth minute. Juan Peña tested Mohun Bagan goalkeeper Vishal Kaith with a long-range shot, but the keeper dealt with the attempt. The hosts continued to apply pressure and came close to threatening the Bagan defence again in the eighth minute. Lamgoulen Hangshing sent his effort over the crossbar after a corner, missing the chance to put his team ahead. Mohun Bagan gradually found their rhythm and responded through Lee Erwin, who attempted a shot from outside the penalty area but failed to hit the target. The Mariners came close to opening the scoring when Rahul Bheke connected with a cross from Lallianzuala Chhangte. However, SC Delhi goalkeeper Nora Fernandes produced a save to deny Bagan and keep the match goalless. SC Delhi eventually broke the deadlock in the 23rd minute. Manoj Mohammad delivered a pass to Lalrinliana Hnamte, who finished with his left foot and placed the ball into the bottom-left corner. The goal gave the hosts a 1-0 advantage. Both teams continued to look for opportunities before half-time. Rodriguinho tested Kaith with a long-range attempt, while Miguel Figueira forced Nora Fernandes into a save with a shot from outside the box. Erwin also threatened the SC Delhi goal, forcing another save from Fernandes in the 39th minute. The Mohun Bagan forward came close again during first-half stoppage time but narrowly missed the target. Despite the attacking efforts from both sides, SC Delhi maintained their 1-0 lead at the interval.

Erwin and Figueira Turn the Match Around

Mohun Bagan returned for the second half with greater attacking intent and found the equaliser in the 56th minute. Rahul Bheke provided the assist, picking out Erwin inside the penalty area. The forward kept his composure and finished with his right foot, directing the ball into the bottom-left corner to make it 1-1. The Mariners needed only four more minutes to complete their comeback. In the 60th minute, Miguel Figueira received a pass from Lalengmawia Ralte and finished with his left foot, placing the ball into the bottom-left corner. Figueira's goal put Mohun Bagan ahead 2-1 and turned the momentum firmly in favour of the visitors. SC Delhi attempted to respond and restore parity. Rodriguinho tried his luck from outside the box in the 72nd minute, but his shot sailed over the crossbar. The Phoenixes continued searching for an equaliser as the match progressed, but Mohun Bagan remained dangerous in attack and looked for opportunities to extend their lead.

Mariners Hold Firm to Secure Three Points

Mohun Bagan created several chances during the closing stages as they sought to strengthen their advantage. Samir Zeljković tested Nora Fernandes with an effort from inside the penalty area, while Alberto Rodríguez sent a header over the crossbar following a corner. Manvir Singh also forced the SC Delhi goalkeeper into a save late in the match. SC Delhi pushed forward in search of a late equaliser and continued to put pressure on the visitors' defence. Their best opportunity in the closing moments came in the 90+6th minute, when Lalrinliana Hnamte sent an attempt over the crossbar. The hosts could not find another goal before the final whistle. Mohun Bagan held on to their 2-1 advantage to complete a comeback victory and collect all three points in their ISL 2026-27 encounter. The result highlighted the Mariners' ability to respond under pressure, with Erwin and Figueira delivering decisive finishes after SC Delhi had controlled the first-half scoreline. Stay tuned with JUSZNEWS for the latest Indian Super League updates. 🔖Tags: Mohun Bagan Super Giant, Sporting Club Delhi, ISL 2026-27, Lee Erwin, Miguel Figueira