Kalighat FC 1–2 Kidderpore SC: Hard-Fought Comeback Seals Vital Points for Visitors

Calcutta Football League – July 22, 2026
Kidderpore SC produced a spirited second‑half display to come from behind and beat Kalighat FC 2‑1 at the Kalyani Stadium. The result lifts Kidderpore up the table and piles pressure on the home side, who have now lost three of their last four games.

Match Overview

The opening period saw Kalighat take control through midfield, pressing high and forcing early errors from Kidderpore. The breakthrough came in the 31st minute when a corner was only partially cleared, and Kalighat’s right‑back fired a low shot through a crowded penalty area into the bottom corner. Kidderpore struggled to create clear chances before the interval, but their discipline remained intact.

Second‑Half Revival

Kidderpore head coach adjusted the shape at half‑time, pushing an extra man into central midfield. The change paid immediate dividends. In the 58th minute, a swift counter‑attack saw the visitors’ winger cut inside and curl a shot beyond the Kalighat goalkeeper. Just ten minutes later, a similar move ended with a well‑placed header from a pinpoint cross, giving Kidderpore a 2‑1 lead they would not relinquish.

Kalighat pushed for an equaliser in the final quarter, but Kidderpore’s defence held firm. The home side’s frustration boiled over with two late yellow cards, and Kidderpore saw out four minutes of stoppage time without serious alarm.

Key Performers

• Kidderpore SC No.10 (Man of the Match) – Instrumental in both goals, his dribbling and vision unlocked the Kalighat backline.
• Kalighat FC goalkeeper – Made several fine saves to keep the scoreline respectable.
• Kidderpore centre‑back – Dominated aerial duels and kept Kalighat’s lone striker quiet after the break.

League Implications

With this win, Kidderpore SC climb to seventh place in the Calcutta Football League standings, while Kalighat FC slip into the bottom three. The result also extends Kidderpore’s unbeaten run away from home to three matches, a run that will give them confidence ahead of a tough trip to leaders United Kolkata SC next week.

Match Details

• Date: 22 July 2026
• Venue: Kalyani Stadium, Kolkata
• Final Score: Kalighat FC 1 – 2 Kidderpore SC
• Half‑Time: Kalighat FC 1 – 0 Kidderpore SC