Both teams went into the half-time break locked in a goalless stalemate, with East Bengal enjoying much of the attacking initiative but struggling to break through Gokulam Kerala’s resolute defence. East Bengal FC opened their IWL 2026-27 campaign with a 1-0 win against Gokulam Kerala FC at Kalyani Stadium. Fazila Ikwaput scored the decisive goal in stoppage time, securing three points for.