East Bengal vs Punjab FC: All-time head-to-head record
East Bengal have the upper hand against Punjab FC in the head-to-head battle.
East Bengal will face Punjab FC in an all-important semifinal clash of the AIFF Super Cup 2025 on December 4 at 4 pm at Goa’s Fatorda Stadium. The stage is set for a high-stakes class between the two ISL sides.
Here’s an analysis of what to expect and how history could impact the outcome.
Recent history and what’s on the line
Two ISL teams, East Bengal and Punjab FC, will face each other in the AIFF Super Cup semi-final, which is expected to be a repeat showdown between two competitive teams.
Bengal will look to build momentum and continue their good form in the knockout cup competition. This time, Oscar Bruzon would like to fulfil his aspiration of winning a trophy with Bengal after some defeats at the knockout rounds of the previous tournaments, the Durand Cup and the IFA Shield.
For Punjab, it’s a golden opportunity to upset their opponents and make a statement in the knockout football tournament.
Given recent history, both teams know each other’s strategy well. So fans can expect an intense tactical battle between the two sides; neither side wants to give an inch.
Head-to-Head history: East Bengal vs Punjab FC (All Competitions)
| Total Matches Played | East Bengal Wins | Punjab FC Wins | Draws | Goals- East Bengal | Goals-Punjab FC |
| 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 22 | 13 |
Key takeaways:
East Bengal have dominated most of the past meetings, winning half of the matches.
Punjab FC have won two matches, showing that they may be considered as underdogs but can also create upsets.
Four matches ended in draws, which shows that whenever these two teams clash, the contest is exciting.
Recent Encounters (Selected Matches)
| Date | Result |
| 9 December, 2023 | East Bengal 0 – Punjab FC 0 |
| 10 April, 2024 | Punjab FC 4 – East Bengal 1 |
| 17 December, 2024 | East Bengal 4 – Punjab FC 2 |
| 22 February, 2025 | East Bengal 3 – Punjab FC 1 |
On December 17, 2024, Bengal were down by two goals in the first half of the 2024-25 ISL match at Yubabharati Krirangan, but they made a dramatic comeback in the second half against Punjab FC to win the game by 4-2.
On the other hand, Punjab FC on 10th April, 2024, in the 2023-24 ISL season, defeated East Bengal by 4-1, and proved that underdogs can also create major upsets when needed.
What does this mean for the December 4 clash
Psychological Edge for East Bengal: Psychologically and historically, East Bengal will hold the advantage in this high-stakes class. Their ability to come back from behind, as seen in December 2024, will definitely boost the Oscar Bruzon side.
Punjab FC as Dangerous Underdogs: Punjab FC may be the underdogs, but their potential to upset competitive sides like East Bengal can be seen through their massive win against the Red and Gold Brigade in April 2024 by 4-1.
Expectation of High Tempo & Goals: We can expect a goal-fest, high-attacking football with numerous open chances. The average goals per match in head-to-head is nearly 3.
Match Importance Adds Pressure: Whoever wins this match will advance to the tournament’s final, and if they win the final, they will also secure a place in the Asian stage.
Therefore, knockout tournaments always bring out the best in any team, and often bring unpredictability as well. Nerves will definitely play an important role on the given day.
Prediction / What to Watch
If East Bengal maintains their recent form and plays to their strengths, they are the favourites to go through. They will depend a lot on Miguel, Mahesh, Bipin, Hiroshi, Hamid, and Sibille.
Punjab FC needs to capitalise on their underdog tag to score goals on the counter-attack and maintain a strong defence against East Bengal’s Mahesh Naorem Singh, Bipin Singh, Hamid Ahadad, Hiroshi, and Miguel.
Key factors will be maintaining composure, handling the pressure, and utilising the opportunities to the best when available in a knockout match like this.
The fans of both teams will be waiting for an exciting clash as the date nears December 4. The game will start at 4 PM at the Fatorda Stadium, Goa. It will be broadcast live on JioHotstar and Star Sports.
Both East Bengal and Punjab FC will look to showcase their top game so that they can reach the final and have a hand at the silverware.
What is the head-to-head record between East Bengal and Punjab FC?
Bengal have the upper hand against Punjab FC in the head-to-head battle (6-2).
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Dwaipayan Mandal holds dual degrees in Sports Management and Digital Marketing from IISWBM, Kolkata. A passionate football enthusiast, he follows the game across the globe, with East Bengal holding a special place in his heart. Beyond football, he enjoys cricket, golf, and tennis. With a keen interest in sports journalism and digital storytelling, Dwaipayan is committed to creating insightful content that connects with fans.