East Bengal lost its fifth consecutive Indian Super League (ISL) match, its seventh consecutive loss across all competitions. Despite bouncing back in the Jamshedpur match, the team could not find a win. In the all-important derby match against arch-rivals Mohun Bagan SuperGiants, the side looked lost from the start of the game. Oscar Bruzon, the new head coach, was present in the dugout. However, the team lacked implementation.
Since the last 7 games, the Red and Gold Brigade has been showcasing dismal performance. With the lack of a winning mentality and a proper leader in the pitch and dressing room, the team’s motivation to win the game has been down. In the club’s long rich history, this is the first time that the Super Cup champions have lost 7 games in a row. Bruzon will be looking to build up the confidence of the side.
East Bengal currently is at the bottom of the table. They have no points in five games so far with a goal difference of -7. This is concerning for the side of how they will make a comeback from this dismal situation. They looked shattered on Saturday and could not create much pressure on the ISL Shiel Winners.
East Bengal lacks a winning mentality
Is management to be blamed for the team’s performance? The Emami and East Bengal officials have given the footballers the side needed to compete for the championship. However, despite having the best of footballers from last season, the side has failed to perform at their best. The combination has not been working, and Bruzon was straightforward after the loss. The Spanish coach will be looking to bring back the lost momentum.
They have a busy schedule ahead with their next match on Tuesday against Odisha FC at the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar. Then they will travel to Bhutan for the AFC Challenge Cup 2024/25 and play against Paro FC in their opening game and next in line is Bangladesh club Basundhara Kings. With a busy October East Bengal needs to get back in form quickly.
