Mohun Bagan vs East Bengal Predicted XI: Who will start in the IFA Shield 2026 final?


David Zivulic, one of East Bengal’s new signing this summer, is likely to start the IFA Shield final today.
David Zivulic, one of East Bengal’s new signing this summer, is likely to start the IFA Shield final today.
Defending champion Mohun Bagan Super Giant takes on East Bengal in the IFA Shield 2026 final at the Salt Lake Stadium on Thursday (October 8), with kick-off at 6.15 p.m. IST. It is the fifth Kolkata Derby of 2026 and the second cup final between the two sides this year.
The sides met in last year’s final at the same venue, where Mohun Bagan won 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw to lift the title for the 21st time.
Mohun Bagan Predicted XI
Vishal Kaith (GK), Abhishek Suryavanshi, Rahul Bheke, Alberto Rodriguez, Subhasish Bose, Deepak Tangri, Samir Zeljkovic, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Miguel Figueira, Liston Colaco, Lee Erwin
East Bengal Predicted XI
Phurba Lachenpa (GK), Hardik Bhatt, Lalchungnunga, David Zivulic, Sandip Mandi, Jeakson Singh, Mohamad Rashid, Dani Ramirez, Bipin Singh, PV Vishnu, David Lalhlansanga
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