ISL 2026: Mohun Bagan Look To In Title Race As Mariners Face North East United FC In Guwahati

Mohun Bagan Super Giant visit NorthEast United FC on Sunday. The Indian Super League 2025-26 match is in Guwahati. Kick-off is at 19:30 IST on April 18, 2026. Teams meet at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium. Fans can watch on FanCode and Sony Sports TEN 2.

NorthEast United earned a 1-1 away draw against Kerala Blasters FC. The Guwahati side sit 11th in the table with seven points. A home win would move them to 10 points. They also hope to start a climb toward the league’s upper half.

Benali’s no-pressure message

Head coach Juan Pedro Benali backed his players before the match. "What do we have to lose? It is a game of 11 against 11," he said. Benali called Mohun Bagan one of the league’s strongest teams. He stressed his squad feel no pressure.

Midfielder Jairo Samperio discussed his return from injury. He said recent games have felt good physically. "My body responded well," Samperio noted. He praised the team’s work. He added they are prepared and motivated. He expects a tough game against Mohun Bagan.

Mohun Bagan’s shield push

Mohun Bagan travel after a 3-2 home win over Punjab FC. Jason Cummings struck a stoppage-time free-kick winner. Jamie Maclaren and Sahal Abdul Samad scored earlier equalisers. Mohun Bagan are second with 17 points. Victory would take them to 20 points, above Mumbai City’s 18.

Head coach Sergio Lobera dismissed title pressure for his side. "It is always a motivation," he said. Lobera noted five league games remain. He said their target is to win the trophy. He called three points against NorthEast United very important.

Head-to-head record

The head-to-head record favours Mohun Bagan. The clubs have met 12 times in the Indian Super League. Mohun Bagan have nine wins. NorthEast United have two wins. One match ended in a draw. Mohun Bagan lead 26-14 on goals in these meetings.

Their last meeting in Guwahati came in December 2024. Mohun Bagan won that game 2-0 away. This weekend, Mohun Bagan chase the League Shield and top spot. NorthEast United seek home points. They aim to rise from 11th and build season momentum.