Biswas for Bagan

CALCUTTA, DEC 26: Former champions Mohun Bagan recovered from an early jolt to script a 2-1 victory over State Bank of Travancore SBT in the Coca Cola fourth National Football League match today. Striker Dipendu Biswas slammed in both the goals after Vinu Jose converted a penalty to put SBT in the lead. The Kerala outfit shot into the lead in the 14th minute when Jose converted a spotkick, awarded after Bagan stopper Samuel Omollo brought down SBT striker Abdul Hakim inside the box. Bagan found the equaliser just a minute before the interval.

The home team, spurred on by vociferous supporters, sealed the fate of their spirited opponents when Biswas struck his second with a left-footed grounder five minutes before the long whistle.

Salgaocar hope to narrow Churchill lead
MARGAO: Defending champion Salgaocar would be looking to garner full points when they face Dempo tomorrow. Salgaocar have not been impressive during this league, although they won against JCT 1-0 and SBT 1-0. Consistency isthe factor that worries coach Shabbir Ali, whose midfield has not played well. He said, 8220;I hope we return to winning ways and keep in line with Churchill Brothers, who head the table with 12 points.quot; Salgaocar have seven points.