In a dramatic finale befitting one of football's most storied rivalries, Mohun Bagan Super Giant clinched their 21st IFA Shield title by defeating East Bengal FC 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Saturday. The victory marked Mohun Bagan Super Giant's first IFA Shield triumph since 2003, ending a 22 year wait that had seen them reach five finals without success.

East Bengal FC began their IFA Shield 2025 campaign with a comfortable 4–0 win over Sreenidi Deccan FC at the Kalyani Stadium. Debutant left back Jay Gupta opened the scoring in the 21st minute. Miguel Figueira’s freekick was pushed away by the Sreenidi Deccan goalkeeper, and Jay Gupta reacted quickest to tap the ball in from close range. East Bengal doubled their lead in the 38th minute when Bipin Singh’s cross found Saul Crespo, whose header guided the ball past the keep

The prestigious 125th IFA Shield returns to Indian football after a four-year absence, with the tournament set to commence on October 8, 2025. This historic competition, established in 1893, represents one of the world's oldest football tournaments and serves as a significant milestone in Indian sporting heritage. The IFA Shield's illustrious history spans 132 years, making it the third oldest football competition in India after the Durand Cup and Trades Cup.

The AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 is set to begin from October 25, 2025, with matches scheduled across two venues in Goa, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Margao and GMC Athletic Stadium in Bambolim. The tournament will go on till November 22, 2025, featuring a group stage format followed by semi finals and final. The competition features 16 teams divided into four groups of four each, with only the group winners advancing to the semi finals.

East Bengal Football Club wrote their name further into Calcutta football history on September 22, 2025, securing their historic 41st Calcutta Football League Premier Division title with a heart stopping 2-1 win over United Sports Club at the East Bengal Ground. The victory was a historic double occasion, as the Red and Gold Brigade also accepted their 40th CFL trophy on the same historic day.

The Durand Cup 2025 begins on July 23 at Salt Lake Stadium with a marquee clash between East Bengal FC and South United FC. The tournament, featuring 24 teams, spans five cities and marks the return of one of Asia's oldest football competitions.

The 2025 Durand Cup kicks off on July 23 with East Bengal FC facing South United FC in Kolkata. Full fixture list, knockout dates, and team details released as India’s oldest tournament returns.