Kolkata: The ISL’s return-leg derby between East Bengal FC and Mohun Bagan SG will kick off at 8.30pm at the Salt Lake Stadium on Sunday.
The Bidhannagar Police, who provide security for any match at the venue, have agreed to allow hosts East Bengal to organize the match as per fixture but an hour after its original start. East Bengal FC also confirmed the development.
The match — which was originally scheduled for a 7.30pm start — was plunged into uncertainty following a mega Brigade rally called by Trinamool Congress on the same day.
Both FSDL and the broadcaster are understood to have agreed to the new kick-off timing, sources said.
The club is also set to request the sports ministry and Metro Railway for running special bus and train services after the match for the convenience of returning spectators.