Mumbai City crowned ISL champions after comeback win

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Mumbai City FC etched their name in Indian football history with a stunning comeback victory against Mohun Bagan in the 2023-24 Indian Super League final.

Trailing 1-0 at halftime, the champions showcased their resilience and fighting spirit to secure a 3-1 triumph and lift the coveted trophy.

The partisan Salt Lake Stadium crowd erupted in celebration when Jason Cummings handed Mohun Bagan the lead, but their joy was short-lived.

Jorge Pereyra Diaz’s equalizer early in the second half silenced the home fans and set the stage for an enthralling finale.

As the tension mounted, Mumbai City remained composed and seized control of the proceedings. Substitute Bipin Singh, the hero of their previous ISL final triumph, etched his name in the club’s folklore once again, scoring a scrappy goal in the 81st minute to give his side the lead.

Mohun Bagan, the most successful club in Indian football, found themselves on the backfoot as Mumbai City’s relentless pressure continued.

Jakub Vojtus put the final nail in the coffin, scoring in the dying minutes to confirm the destination of the ISL trophy.

The Salt Lake Stadium, once a cauldron of noise, fell silent as the final whistle blew, with the majority of the home supporters having already left, unable to witness their team’s downfall.

Mumbai City’s substitutes and traveling contingent, however, erupted in jubilant celebrations, reveling in their monumental achievement.

In the end, Mumbai City FC’s unwavering spirit and determination prevailed, as they overcame the giant of Indian football on their own turf, etching their name in history as champions of the 2023-24 Indian Super League season.