Mohun Bagan may have the statistical advantage but East Bengal's Spanish coach Alejandro Menendez said they're all geared up to win Sunday's I-League derby for their fans.
Starting on the back-foot, Mohun Bagan now enjoy a statistical edge of being unbeaten from seven matches across all competitions.
East Bengal have returned to winning ways ahead of the derby to occupy sixth place in the table ahead of eighth-placed Mohun Bagan on goal difference.
"The match is very important for everyone, for fans, for us and for championship. We will try to win for our supporters. We will give our best for the fans," the Spanish told reporters on the eve of the game at the Salt Lake Stadium.
"This type of matches are very important from a emotional perspective. It is difficult for both the teams. Team which shows better spirit will win."
"I am not thinking about someone who is not available, thinking about players who are available tomorrow. Jaime will get some game time tomorrow."
"Their attacking part is the strongest soldiers and we have to take care of that."