Six Losses in a Row: East Bengal Sinks to New Low

Sayak Banerjee | 23-Oct 2024

East Bengal’s struggles show no signs of abating, as they suffered their sixth consecutive defeat in the ongoing ISL season, losing 2-1 to Odisha FC. Despite a spirited start, Oscar Bruzon’s side failed to capitalize on opportunities and remains firmly rooted at the bottom of the league table.

The match at the Kalinga Stadium saw early chances for Dimitrios, but it was Odisha’s Roy Krishna who opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a clinical strike. A late first-half penalty allowed Dimitrios to equalize, giving East Bengal a glimmer of hope. However, relentless pressure from Odisha in the second half left Bruzon’s men reeling.

The team’s lack of defensive organization and offensive sharpness continues to plague their campaign. Bruzon faces a Herculean task in reshaping the squad’s mindset and strategy to avoid a disastrous season.