AFC Womens Champions League : The red and gold of Kolkata just turned golden for real — East Bengal FC’s women’s team, lovingly known as the #MoshalGirls, have been crowned champions of the Indian Women’s League (IWL) 2024-25! 🔥
And that’s not all. With this historic maiden title, they’ve also punched their ticket to the prestigious AFC Women’s Champions League 2025-26, marking a monumental step forward for Indian women’s football.
AFC Womens Champions League :East Bengal FC Wins IWL 2024-25, Books Spot in AFC Women’s Champions League
A Historic Night in Kalyani
It all came down to one clutch moment — Soumya Guguloth, the ice-cold finisher, who’s no stranger to lifting silverware, struck in the 67th minute to seal a 1-0 victory over defending champions Odisha FC. Her calm, composed finish after a dazzling assist from Anju Tamang sent the packed Kalyani Stadium into a frenzy.
With that goal, Soumya etched her name in East Bengal folklore, giving the iconic Kolkata club its first-ever top-division women’s title.
The Rise of the Moshal Girls
In just their third season in the IWL, East Bengal has gone from newcomers to national champions. Coached by Anthony Andrews, a serial winner with two previous titles at Gokulam Kerala, this team has been forged in fire, unity, and belief.
This season, they beat every team in the league except Gokulam Kerala, proving they were not just contenders — they were destined to be champions.
🔴🟡 From the alleyways of Kolkata to the turf of Kalyani, the Moshal Girls lit up the nation.
East Bengal’s Ticket to Asia
This triumph isn’t just a domestic milestone — it’s a gateway to a grander stage. East Bengal’s IWL victory means they’ll now represent India in the AFC Women’s Champions League preliminary stage 2025-26.
That’s Asia’s premier women’s club competition — and the Queens of India are ready to take their fire global.
Match Snapshot: IWL 2024-25 Final
- 🏆 Winner: East Bengal FC
- ⚽ Goal Scorer: Soumya Guguloth (67’)
- 🏟 Venue: Kalyani Stadium, West Bengal
- 🥇 First IWL Title for East Bengal
- 🌍 Qualified for AFC Women’s Champions League 2025-26
What They’re Saying:
Anthony Andrews, Head Coach, said:
“This is more than a title — it’s a movement. These girls have shown what belief, discipline, and unity can achieve.”
Soumya Guguloth, match-winner and star forward, said:
“This goal was for the team, for the fans, and for every little girl dreaming of playing for India one day.”
With the IWL crown now in their grasp, East Bengal FC Women are gearing up for Asia’s big stage. The AFC Women’s Champions League will pit them against the best clubs across the continent — and this is only the beginning.
India now has its Queens ready to rule in Asia.
