Kolkata, Feb 21 (NationPress) Youssef Ezzejjari netted a remarkable brace as East Bengal FC staged an impressive comeback to triumph over Sporting Club Delhi with a score of 4-1 in the second game week of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 held at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) in Kolkata on Saturday.

The Red and Gold Brigade turned the game around after an early setback, notching their second consecutive victory and ascending to the top of the standings with six points.

SC Delhi initially took the lead in the fourth minute against the run of play, with Augustine Lalrochana scoring, but Edmund Lalrindika equalized three minutes later. Youssef Ezzejjari then successfully converted a penalty in the 12th minute, putting the Red and Golds ahead, before he netted his second goal in the 40th minute. Miguel Figueira added a stoppage-time goal, earning Ezzejjari the Player of the Match award.

East Bengal FC head coach Óscar Bruzón made one adjustment to his starting lineup, introducing Edmund Lalrindika in place of Saúl Crespo, while SC Delhi head coach Tomasz Tchórz also made one change, bringing in Joseph Sunny for Devendra Dhaku.

The match began at a blistering pace, with Miguel testing Vishal Yadav in the opening minute and Jay Gupta shooting over shortly after. However, it was SC Delhi who struck first as Mohammed Aimen orchestrated a swift counterattack, finding Lalrochana, who finished with precision from inside the box.

Responding immediately, Edmund leveled the score with a powerful volley from outside the box after SC Delhi struggled to clear a set-piece. Shortly after, Clarence Fernandes conceded a penalty, which Ezzejjari coolly converted, making it 2-1 for the hosts.

Despite their lead, the Red and Golds continued to apply pressure, with Gupta nearly scoring with a header and Ezzejjari being denied by Yadav from close range. Just before halftime, Miguel provided a precise through ball to Ezzejjari, who slipped it through the goalkeeper’s legs, extending the lead to 3-1.

After the break, SC Delhi sought to respond. Both Matija Babović and Joseph came close for the visitors, with Gill saving Joseph's header. Manoj Mohammad attempted to create chances from the left, but the finishing touch was lacking for the forwards.

In the closing stages, East Bengal managed the pace of the game. Gill denied Ramhlunchhunga late on as Sporting Club Delhi pushed forward. Ferreira scored with a curling left-footed strike into the top corner, sealing the victory at 4-1 for the hosts, who temporarily claimed the top spot in the standings with six points from two matches.