I-League champions Gokulam Kerala FC defeated Indian Super League (ISL) giants ATK Mohun Bagan 4-2 in an AFC Cup group D fixture.
On an all-time I-League record of 20 games unbeaten in a row, Gokulam Kerala FC are now just four points away from defending the title they won last season.
ATK Mohun Bagan thrashed Blue Star SC 5-0 in the preliminary leg of AFC Cup here at Salt Lake Stadium on Tuesday.
With two wins from two matches, Antonio Habas' side just need a draw in their last group match against Bashundhara Kings.
ATK Mohun Bagan moved within a point of reaching the 2021 AFC Cup knockout stage, after coming from behind to defeat Maziya Sports & Recreation 3-1.
Marco Pezzaiuoli’s Bengaluru FC side bowed out of the reckoning in the group stages of the 2021 AFC Cup, following a goalless draw against Bashundhara Kings.
Bengaluru FC head coach Marco Pezzaiuoli said his side would have to be at their best against ATK Mohun Bagan.
Bengaluru FC ensured their progress to the Group Stages of the 2021 AFC Cup with a 1-0 win over Club Eagles at the National Stadium, in Male.
Bengaluru FC take on Maldivian side Club Eagles in the paly-off match at the National stadium in Male on Sunday.
Roy Krishna scored 22 goals in 23 matches last season and won the Golden Ball award for the best footballer in the ISL.