SC Delhi produced a remarkable comeback to defeat Mumbai City FC 3-2 in the MG Indian Super League 2026-27 at the Mumbai Football Arena on Sunday. The visitors scored three goals in the final 20 minutes to overturn a two-goal half-time deficit and secure all three points.

Carlos Fortes (73'), Akshat Mehra (90+2') and Juan Pena (90+4') scored for SC Delhi. Mumbai City had controlled the first half and entered the break with a 2-0 advantage through goals from Muhammad Ajsal (6') and Zothanpuia (27'). However, the hosts could not maintain their lead as SC Delhi mounted a late comeback.

Mumbai City Take Early Lead Through Ajsal

Mumbai City started aggressively and created an early opportunity through Akash Mishra. His through ball found Muhammad Ajsal inside the opening four minutes, but the forward's attempt was saved. The rebound reached Zothanpuia, whose follow-up effort was blocked by the SC Delhi defence.

The hosts continued their attacking approach and broke the deadlock in the sixth minute. Ajsal exchanged a quick one-two with Noufal before taking advantage of a defensive mistake by Lamgoulen Hangshing. He calmly finished the move to give Mumbai City a 1-0 lead. It was also the club's first goal from open play this season.

SC Delhi tried to respond quickly. Duvan Viafara tested the Mumbai City defence with a long-range left-footed effort in the 12th minute, but his shot sailed narrowly over the crossbar.

Mumbai City youngster Hridaya Jain also came close to scoring in the 23rd minute. He received a cushioned pass from Ajsal after Akash Mishra delivered a floated ball. However, Jain failed to keep his shot down and sent it over the crossbar.

Zothanpuia Doubles Mumbai City's Advantage

Mumbai City extended their lead in the 27th minute through Zothanpuia. Noufal made an impressive run down the left flank before delivering a cross into the penalty area. Zothanpuia met the delivery and calmly guided a right-footed finish past the goalkeeper to make it 2-0.

SC Delhi created a promising opportunity to reduce the deficit in the 35th minute. Sourav advanced from the right and passed the ball to Mohammad Azhar. The latter attempted a curling right-footed shot, but the effort struck the crossbar.

Despite that opportunity, SC Delhi could not find a goal before half-time. Mumbai City went into the break with a comfortable 2-0 advantage.

SC Delhi Make Changes to Find a Way Back

Both teams returned for the second half with attacking intentions. SC Delhi attempted to create openings by playing several passes behind Mumbai City's defensive line. However, the home side initially managed to deal with the pressure.

SC Delhi made two substitutions at half-time to change the course of the match. Richard Ndayishimaye replaced Mohammad Azhar, while Ashutosh Mehta came on for Lamgoulen Hangshing. Mumbai City continued to threaten through their attacking players. In the 58th minute, a loose ball from Noufal fell to Hridaya Jain inside the penalty area. However, Clarence Fernandes made an important sliding challenge to prevent the youngster from taking a shot. Jain was replaced by Farukh Choudhary shortly afterwards.

SC Delhi also threatened through Juan Pena in the 60th minute. The midfielder attempted a long-range strike, but Mumbai City goalkeeper TP Rehenesh managed to get his fingertips to the ball and keep it out.

The match became increasingly physical as both sides competed for control. Several confrontations took place across the pitch as the intensity increased.

Carlos Fortes Brings SC Delhi Back Into the Contest

SC Delhi made another double substitution in the 71st minute. Augustine Lalrochana replaced Sourav, while Carlos Fortes came on for Rodriguinho.

The changes quickly produced a positive result for the visitors. In the 73rd minute, Mumbai City goalkeeper TP Rehenesh failed to collect a corner cleanly and spilled the ball inside the box. Ashutosh Mehta collected the loose ball and set up Fortes, who made no mistake from close range.

Fortes' simple finish reduced Mumbai City's advantage to 2-1 and gave SC Delhi fresh hope of getting something from the match.

Mumbai City responded with a substitution in the 74th minute, bringing on Brandon Fernandes for Lalnuntluanga as they looked to protect their lead.

Akshat Mehra Scores Late Equaliser

SC Delhi continued pushing for an equaliser as the match entered its final minutes. They introduced Akshat Mehra in the 88th minute, with Mohammed Aimen making way.

Mumbai City also made two changes in the 90th minute. Yuvraj Kadam replaced Noufal, while Nathan Rodrigues came on for Ajsal.

However, SC Delhi found their equaliser just two minutes later. Ndayishimaye delivered a pass towards Mehra, who controlled the ball before attempting a curling shot at goal. Rehenesh got a touch but could only push the ball into his own net.

The goal brought SC Delhi level at 2-2 in the 92nd minute and completely changed the momentum of the contest.

Juan Pena Completes Stunning Comeback

SC Delhi were not satisfied with just an equaliser and continued attacking in search of a winner. Their efforts paid off in the fourth minute of stoppage time.

Juan Pena collected the ball and drove forward before taking on two Mumbai City defenders. He showed excellent control and footwork to get past both players before calmly slotting the ball into the net.

Pena's brilliant individual effort completed SC Delhi's turnaround and gave the visitors a dramatic 3-2 victory. Mumbai City had dominated the first half and appeared to be in control with a two-goal lead. However, SC Delhi's three goals in the closing stages turned the match around and secured a memorable away win.