The fastest derby goal – 24th July, 1976

Let’s take a lazy stroll to exactly 49 years back. Yes, 24.07.1976 saw the fastest ever goal in the all-special derby match between two the arch rivals Mohun Bagan and East Bengal. It was a crucial CFL match played at Eden Gardens on a monsoon afternoon. Akbar, aka ‘chhote miya’, was the star scoring the winner of the tie within just 14 to 15 seconds of the start. It’s still a record in due credit of Mohun Bagan. And for the fans, it’s pure nostalgia. Here’s a chance to reminisce the moment with the audio clip of the commentary of the match and the stills of the hero (Akbar) and his feat.