Federation Cup: Mohan Bagan beat Lajong FC 1-0

Ten-man Mohun Bagan defeated Shillong Lajong FC in their opening Group D league match played at the Barabati Stadium here on Wednesday.

Nigerian striker Muritala scored in 19th minute to give Kolkata giants three points.

Mohun Bagan’s defender Kingshuk Debnath was red carded for second yellow card in the 40th minute.

The Mariners notched up the only goal of the match, when former Mahindra United striker Muritala nodded in Snehashish Chakroborty’s corner to put Stanley Rozario coached side in front.