East Bengal FC's Semifinal Dream Alive with Decisive Win

East Bengal FC boosted their semifinal hopes in the AIFF Super Cup with a 4-0 victory over Chennaiyin FC, eliminating the latter from the tournament. Thounaojam Bipin Singh's brace and goals from Kevin Sibille and Hiroshi Ibusuki sealed the decisive win. Chennaiyin showed initial intensity but couldn't capitalize.

In a crucial Group A clash of the AIFF Super Cup, East Bengal FC maintained their hopes for semifinals with a resounding 4-0 triumph over Chennaiyin FC, who were consequently eliminated after consecutive losses.

Thounaojam Bipin Singh emerged as the standout performer with two timely goals, complementing opening and closing strikes by Kevin Sibille and Hiroshi Ibusuki, respectively.

Despite an aggressive start by Chennaiyin FC, including a close chance by Farukh Choudhary, East Bengal capitalized against the run of play. Mahesh Singh's precise free-kick led to Sibille's header, setting the tone for the match's outcome.

(With inputs from agencies.)