Fazila Ikwaput launched her goal scoring campaign with purpose and poise scoring one of the goals as East Bengal FC edged Garhwal United FC 2–1 in a hard fought encounter which was also highlighted by key individual performances and decisive moments from Resty Nanziri.

The Red and Gold brigade struck first through Sulanjana Raul, who calmly finished in the 21st minute to give East Bengal FC early control and reward a confident start. From there, the rhythm of the game was dictated in midfield by Resty Nanziri whose commanding presence creativity, and precise passing kept East Bengal on the front foot.
Her ability to control tempo and unlock spaces proved central to the team’s dominance.
Garhwal United FC responded with intensity keeping the contest alive pulling one goal back and pushing East Bengal to stay disciplined as the breakthrough moment arrived in the 63rd minute when Fazila Ikwaput announced herself for the season finding the back of the net to register her first goal of the campaign restoring East Bengal’s advantage the goal was a reward for persistence and sharp positioning sealing a vital lead that East Bengal defended with composure.

Until the final whistle Fazila’s strike not only proved decisive on the scoreboard but also sent a clear signal of her intent for the season ahead with Sulanjana Raul setting the tone, Resty Naziri controlling the engine room Fazila Ikwaput delivering the decisive finish East Bengal began their journey with belief and momentum a strong start of the season with two games and six points.