AFC Women’s Champions League: East Bengal beat Bam Khatoon- Highlights
52’ Goal Bam Khatoon!
Bam Khatoon pull one back from the spot after a handball is called inside the East Bengal box. Mona Hamoudi steps up with confidence and places the penalty calmly past Panthoi, sending the keeper the wrong way. The momentum shifts slightly as Bam reduce the deficit and grow back into the contest.
Score: East Bengal 2–1 Bam Khatoon
45’ Three minutes added!
The fourth official signals 3 minutes of stoppage time at the end of the first half. East Bengal continue to look composed after a dominant 45 minutes, while Bam Khatoon push for a late response. The Red & Gold aim to see this half out with their two-goal cushion intact.
Score: East Bengal 2–0 Bam Khatoon
43’ Bam Khatoon try from distance!
Bam Khatoon’s Fatemeh Geraeli tries her luck with a long-range effort, spotting a bit of space outside the box. She puts her foot through it, but the shot never dips enough and flies comfortably over the crossbar. A harmless attempt, but a reminder that Bam are still searching for a way back.
Score: East Bengal 2–0 Bam Khatoon
32’ Goal East Bengal!
This time it’s the talismanic Fazila Ikwaput who makes it count. A sharp move through the middle releases her into space, and she makes no mistake, driving the ball low past the Bam Khatoon keeper with a clean, clinical finish. East Bengal double their lead and take firm control of the contest.
Score: East Bengal 2–0 Bam Khatoon
28’ Close from East Bengal!
Soumya Guguloth produces a brilliant effort after receiving the ball on the right flank. She drives forward, spots the keeper off her line, and unleashes a powerful strike that soars toward goal. The shot is brilliant but eventually sails just over the crossbar.
Score: East Bengal 1–0 Bam Khatoon
20’ Nervy moment for East Bengal
Bam Khatoon break forward with a good attacking move, slipping a dangerous ball into the box. Elangbam Panthoi dives low to collect but the ball squirms out of her hands for a split second, causing real panic. She reacts brilliantly under pressure, scrambling back to gather and push it to safety before any Bam player can pounce.
Score: East Bengal 1–0 Bam Khatoon
14’ East Bengal pushing forward!
East Bengal continue to dominate the attacking phases, keeping the pressure firmly on Bam Khatoon’s backline. This time it’s Soumya Guguloth who finds space on the right, cuts inside, and unleashes a sharp effort. The shot has power but flashes into the side netting, keeping the lead at one.
Score: East Bengal 1–0 Bam Khatoon
4’ Goal East Bengal!
Shilky Devi Hemam pounces on a loose ball after the initial effort from Fazila Ikwaput is blocked by a Bam Khatoon defender. The rebound falls perfectly for Shilky, who smashes it home from long range to give EB a dream start. Huge celebrations from the Red & Gold as they take early control.
Score: East Bengal 1–0 Bam Khatoon
1’ Kick-off!
East Bengal get the game underway, lining up from right to left in their traditional red and gold kits. The team looks settled as they take their early touches, with the midfield trying to dictate the rhythm. Bam Khatoon press high in the opening seconds, but EB stay composed as they build from the back.
Score: East Bengal 0–0 Bam Khatoon
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