East Bengal FC were crowned champions of the Indian Super League for the first time here on Thursday, ending a 22-year-old title drought in the country’s top-tier competition and quenching their passionate fans’ yearning for silverware after a thrilling five-horse race to the top prize.
A thrilling finish awaits Indian football as East Bengal sits on top of the ISL table on goal difference. With just one match left against Inter Kashi, a victory could finally crown them league champions.
