Brison & Irfan star as Chennaiyin FC rout defending champions East Bengal 5-3

Chennai, Nov 7 (UNI) Chennaiyin FC registered their first victory of the 2026-27 MG Indian Super League (ISL) season in emphatic fashion, humbling defending champions East Bengal FC 5-3 in an eight-goal thriller at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Saturday. Brison Fernandes struck twice in the opening 18 minutes to put the hosts in control, while Ramon Tanque converted a first-half penalty. Irfan Yadwad then netted a brace after the break to cap a dominant attacking display, as East Bengal's first league defeat of the season came despite goals from Aké Loba, Dani Ramírez and David Lalhlansanga. Chennaiyin made…