The Super Cup 2025 draw has brought a sigh of relief for Mohun Bagan fans as the club has been handed a relatively easier opponent in the tournament. The schedule released earlier confirms this favorable matchup, though the identity of their first-round opponent remains undisclosed. Meanwhile, East Bengal, last season’s champions, have been pitted against Kerala Blasters, who finished eighth in the Indian Super League (ISL). This sets up an exciting clash as East Bengal looks to redeem themselves after a disappointing ISL campaign and early exit from the AFC Challenge League quarterfinals. With Coach Oscar Bruzon at the helm, East Bengal is now eyeing the Super Cup as their best chance to salvage the season.

Adding to the anticipation, East Bengal returned to Kolkata on Thursday following their AFC Challenge League campaign. Coach Bruzon has granted his players a brief rest period, with most foreign players like Cleiton Silva and Messi Bouli heading home temporarily. However, all eyes are now set on April 21, when the tournament kicks off. Featuring 13 ISL teams alongside three I-League clubs, the competition promises thrilling encounters. For East Bengal supporters, expectations are sky-high, especially since the team hasn’t won any major trophy this season. Fans hope that history repeats itself, recalling their memorable 3-2 victory over Odisha FC in last year’s final, which ended a 12-year trophy drought. Can Bruzon deliver another triumph? Only time will tell.