East Bengal take one step closer to ISL after overcoming investor hurdle

After acquiring Shree Cement as an investor, East Bengal will now apply to FSDL to play in the upcoming ISL. (Express Photo by Shashi Ghosh)

Ever since Mohun Bagan merged with ATK, East Bengal had been under serious pressure from their fans to play in the ISL this term. (Express Photo by Shashi Ghosh)

East Bengal’s turbulent ride for a new investor began after former investor Quess parted ways with the club at the end of last season. (Express Photo by Shashi Ghosh)

East Bengal officials claim overcoming the hurdles to finding a new investor was only possible due to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. (Express Photo by Shashi Ghosh)

East Bengal, who are celebrating their centenary year, has confirmed that the club would retain their red-and-gold colours and the club emblem (flame torch). (Express Photo by Shashi Ghosh)

If indeed East Bengal enters the ISL, then the most-revered 'Kolkata Derby' will take place next season against ATK-Mohun Bagan. (Express Photo by Shashi Ghosh)