Mohun Bagan start the Kolkata derby as favourites as they are at the top of the I-League table with 14 points from seven matches.
The Green and Maroons are also on a five-match unbeaten streak but Spanish Kibu Vicuna refused to tag themselves as favourites against rivals East Bengals.
“Every derby is special. The dynamics of the two teams are different but in derbies everyone is equal. Not just Kolkata Derby but this is true around the world. We are in a good mood and we are focused on this match.”
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When asked if the recent news of the merger between Mohun Bagan and ATK will have any impact on the morale of the team ahead of the big game, Vicuna said, “We are coming from a good result.