First Victory, First Points: Ahal Beats Mohun Bagan Away
Turkmenistan’s Ahal FK secured their first ever win in the group stage of the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 season, defeating India’s Mohun Bagan Super Giant 1‑0 away. The match took place on 16 September 2025 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan Stadium in Kolkata.
Match Flow
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The first half ended 0‑0, despite both sides having scoring chances.
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In the second half, Ahal increased their pressure. The winning goal came in the 83rd minute when substitute Enwer Annayev received a through‑ball from Basim Gurbanberdiyew and struck calmly into the far corner, giving Ahal the crucial goal.
Match Statistics
Importance of Victory
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This win gives Ahal FK a strong start in Group C of ACL2, securing 3 valuable away points.
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Mohun Bagan, on the other hand, will have to bounce back in upcoming matches.
