Mohun Bagan fight back to beat Punjab FC 2-1, climb to top of ISL table

Kolkata: Mohun Bagan Super Giant came from behind to defeat Punjab FC 2-1 in an Indian Super League fixture at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan Stadium in Kolkata on Saturday, moving to the top of the league table.

Punjab FC made a strong start and took the lead in the third minute through Alfred Planas. Sanathoi Meetei set up Planas outside the penalty area, allowing the midfielder to fire a right-footed shot past goalkeeper Vishal Kaith.

Mohun Bagan responded with sustained attacking pressure and found the equaliser through Lee Erwin. The hosts continued to push forward and completed the comeback just before half-time when Dejan Dražić scored the winner.

The Kolkata side carried their advantage into the second half and held on to secure all three points.

The result lifted Mohun Bagan to the top of the 2026-27 Indian Super League standings, strengthening their position in the early stages of the competition.

Punjab FC, meanwhile, were unable to protect their early advantage despite taking the lead within the opening minutes.