East Bengal
Proper noun
Meaning
East Bengal
(historical) The eastern part of Bengal before it split from India, today as Bangladesh.
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“At the very beginning, she had made it clear (that East Bengal will play this year).”
East Bengal have realised their dream to play in the top-tier Indian Super League but fans should not expect too much this season, the legendary Bhaichung Bhutia said on Sunday, keeping in mind the club’s late entry.
Axis -allied Subhash Chandra Bose also had a significant following in East Bengal.
In an interview with IANS, East Bengal FC executive committee member Debarata Sarkar said, "We are trying our best to make it happen and will see what all possibilities we can explore."
East Bengal began their centenary celebrations last year in July with a march from Kolkata’s Kumartuli area to the club ground.
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