East Bengal FC: A Season of Struggles and Hopes

The 2024-2025 season was testing for East Bengal FC in the Indian Super League. High expectations were unmet despite a strengthened squad. Key injuries, disciplinary setbacks, and tactical issues plagued their campaign, yet promising talents and late-season revival offer hope for future success and rebuilding.

The 2024-2025 Indian Super League season presented significant challenges for East Bengal FC. Despite entering the season with high hopes and a bolstered squad, those expectations fell short.

The management attempted to reshape the team's prospects, retaining key players and signing top performers, including last season's Golden Boot winner. However, early struggles in the ACL Two Preliminary Stage and the Durand Cup foreshadowed a difficult campaign. This resulted in a streak of six consecutive losses, culminating in the dismissal of coach Carles Cuadrat.

By mid-October, East Bengal found some rhythm in the AFC Challenge League, but injuries to key players and disciplinary issues, including a league-high 10 red cards, halted their momentum. This turbulent season highlighted the need for better tactical organization and depth in the squad.

(With inputs from agencies.)