Kolkata, India, February 26, 2025—East Bengal FC will take on Hyderabad FC in a crucial ISL clash at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, with playoff hopes at stake. East Bengal, currently 11th with 24 points from 21 matches, must win to stay in contention for the top six. Meanwhile, Hyderabad FC, sitting on 17 points, aims to spoil their opponent’s chances.
Historically, Hyderabad FC holds the edge with four wins in nine encounters, while East Bengal has won twice, and three games ended in draws. East Bengal enters the match on a two-game winning streak, scoring three goals in each for the first time in ISL history. Despite their form, they face a strong Hyderabad defense with a league-best 78.8% tackle success rate in 2025.
