Catch the highlights of the FC Goa vs Punjab FC, Indian Super League 2024-25 match right here
The FC Goa and Punjab FC, ISL 2024-25 match will be played on Wednesday, November 6 at 7:30 pm IST at the Fatorda Stadium in Goa. The match can be live streamed on the Jio Cinema app and website in India. It will be live telecast on the Sports 18 network TV channels in India.
FC Goa Full Squad List: Arshdeep Singh, Lara Sharma, Laxmikant Kattimani, Hrithik Tiwari, Sandesh Jhingan, Odei Onaindia, Muhammad Hamad, Nim Dorjee Tamang, Jay Gupta, Aakash Sangwan, Seriton Fernandes, Leander D’Cunha, Carl McHugh, Ayush Dev Chhetri, Sahil Tavora, Rowllin Borges, Muhammad Nemil, Brison Fernandes, Boris Singh, Borja Herrera, Dejan Drazic, Iker Guarrotxena, Mohammad Yasir, Udanta Singh, Armando Sadiku, Devendra Murgaokar
Punjab FC Full Squad List: Samik Mitra, Mohammed Nawaz, Devansh Dabas, Prateek Kumar Singh, Ankit Mukherjee, Bikash Yumnam, Laldinliana Renthlei, Mandar Rao Dessai, PC Laldinpuia, Preyarhanjan RS, Ryan Edwards, Sachu Biby, Vignesh Dakshinamurthy, Jitweshwor Singh, Ayush Adhikari, Alexander Jesuraj, Elsinho, Lukas Brambilla, Nesta Colin, Lalrinliana Hnamte, Jitendra Singh, Farukh Choudhary, Connor Shields, Daniel Chima Chukwu, Vincy Barretto, Wilmar Jordan Gill, Kiyan Nassiri, Gurkirat Singh, Irfan Yadwad
Punjab FC and FC Goa have faced each other twice in ISL history. Goa emerged victorious on one occasion while the remaining game ended in a draw.
The atmosphere at Fatorda is electric as Goa (in orange) take on Punjab (in white). Despite a quieter crowd, the chants are loud, fueling the Gaurs’ push for another win. Mohammad Yasir and Luka Majcen have already tested the each other's defense with two attempts on goal. The action is heating up!
FCG 0-0 PFC
11 minutes into the game and no goal has been made but first Iker Guarrotxena (Goa) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Then Luka Majcen (Punjab FC) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
A breakthrough for Punjab FC in the 13th minute! Asmir Suljic gives the Shers 1-0 lead with a clinical right-footed strike from the centre of the box, sending the ball into the bottom left corner. The goal came from a perfect assist by Nihal Sudheesh, who delivered a precise cross.
FCG 0-1 PFC' 14
Armando Sadiku strikes back for FC Goa in the 22nd minute! The striker finishes off a brilliant right-footed shot from the right side of the box, sending the ball into the bottom left corner. The assist comes from Iker Guarrotxena, who played a perfect through ball to set him up. All square now at Fatorda!
FCG 1-1 PFC' 22
In the dying moments of the first half, Dejan Drazic (Goa) narrowly missed with a right-footed shot from outside the box, drifting just wide to the right after an assist from Aakash Sangwan. Moments later, Luka Majcen (Punjab) had his shot saved by Goa's keeper. 2 minutes added.
FCG 1-1 PFC' Half Time
What a stunning start to the second half! Iker Guarrotxena puts FC Goa ahead with a clinical left-footed shot from the left side of the six-yard box, placing it perfectly in the center of the goal following a lightning-fast break.
Meanwhile, Punjab FC make a substitution: Ricky Shabong replaces Ivan Novoselec due to injury. Just a min ago Asmir Suljic (Punjab) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
FCG 2-1 PFC
Punjab FC make a double substitution in the 68th minute. Mushaga Bakenga comes on to replace Nihal Sudheesh, while Ninthoinganba Meetei replaces Vinit Rai. The Shers are desperate to find the equalizer.
FCG 2-1 PFC
The Shers are running out of time and options, needing two quick goals to turn the game around and keep their momentum alive in the season. In the 86th minute, Asmir Suljic (Punjab FC) wins a free kick in the defensive half, but soon after, Tekcham Singh (Punjab FC) misses a golden opportunity with a right-footer from outside the box, drifting wide.
In order to find a change in the scoreboard Punjab make another substitute - Nitesh Darjee replaces Leon Augustine.
FCG 2-1 PFC
After 7 minutes of added time, Punjab FC couldn't capitalize on their chances. Despite Sahil Tavora (Goa) winning a free kick in the defensive half, Punjab's late attempts were off-target. FC Goa held firm to secure a 2-1 victory.
FCG 2-1 PFC
Yet another win at home! Now the Gaurs are on a 2-match unbeaten streak at home. Armando Sadiku's equalizer and then Iker Guarrotxena's winner sealed the match for FC Goa today against Punjab FC.
What a remarkable comeback for the Gaurs it has been! After a dip in form, FC Goa bounced back to claim third place in the standings, surpassing Punjab FC, who now drop to fourth. Despite a strong run with just one loss in their last five matches, Punjab FC couldn't hold onto their position today.
With a break ahead, FC Goa will next face Kerala Blasters in Kochi on November 28th, while Punjab FC will battle NorthEast United on November 23rd.