The 54th match of the ongoing ISL 2021-22 is going to be a clash between FC Goa and Chennaiyin FC. GMC Athletic Stadium host the match of FC Goa vs Chennaiyin FC from 9:30 p.m. The Marina Machans are sitting at the 6th position whereas the Red and Gaurs are in the 9th position of the table.
FC Goa has scored 13 goals till now in this tournament. A lot of responsibilities are on the shoulder of midfielder Edu Bedia. He was in a good form in the last match against Kerala Blasters. They scored 9 points in the last 9 matches in this tournament.
Chennaiyin FC will look forward to entering the top 4 by defeating FC Goa tonight. They need to work on building their winning momentum with great team effort. They scored 14 points from the 9 matches and also ended the first half of the season in the top 4
FC Goa took on Chennaiyin FC 19 times previously. FC Goa is ahead in the winning streak with 9 victories. On the other hand, Chennaiyin FC won 18 matches and the rest 2 matches ended in a draw.
FC Goa vs Bengaluru FC ISL 2024-25 Semi-final 1 Second Leg Highlights | Sunil Chhetri wins it for the Blues with an injury-time goal; Bengaluru march on to the Final | FT FCG 2-1 BFC (AGG 2-3)
Catch the highlights of the FC Goa vs Bengaluru FC semi-final 1 second-leg match in the ISL 2024-25 at the Fatorda Stadium, Goa.
Hello and welcome to another live coverage of Indian football as we continue bringing you all the live updates of the Indian Super League.
Tonight, we will bring you all the live updates, news, and live scores of the crucial second-leg encounter in the first semi-final tie between FC Goa and Bengaluru FC at the Fatorda Stadium in Goa.
Bengaluru FC have secured the lead in the tie against FC Goa, winning 2-0 in the first leg at home. Tonight, they will face Goa at their fortress to defend the two-goal aggregate and book a berth in the Final. On the other hand, Goa will capitalize on their home advantage to bounce back from the deficit.
As an intense encounter awaits us tonight, so just sit back and enjoy the match asSportz Pointprovides you with all the real-time updates, team news, live scores, and match commentary.
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LIVE Updates
Apr 6, 2025, 3:56 PM
Bengaluru FC qualify for the Indian Super League 2024-25 Final!
Apr 6, 2025, 3:55 PM
90'+7' | HERE GOES THE FULL-TIME WHISTLE! | FT FCG 2-1 BFC (AGG 2-3)
PEEP, PEEP, PEEEP! The Fatorda decided that Chhetri should have the final say!
Drazic's failed backpass was anticipated by Namgyal inside the box, who unleashed a beautiful cross on the other end, which was acrobatically met by Sunil Chhetri as he headed it home with a diving header!
Bengaluru are ahead again!
ABSOLUTE MADNESS AT FATORDA!
Apr 6, 2025, 3:49 PM
90' | 5 minutes of injury time added on
Apr 6, 2025, 3:48 PM
88' | GOOAALLLLLLLL! SADIKU DOES IT AT THE DEATH! | FCG 2-0 BFC (AGG 2-2)
Aakash Sangwan crossed a brilliant ball inside the box from the left, which was swiftly headed into the net by Armando Sadiku from the six-yard box!
Mayhem at Fatorda!
Goa have pulled off another goal to equalize the tie!
Apr 6, 2025, 3:41 PM
82' | Substitution for Bengaluru
In: Aleksander Jovanovic
Out: Edgar Mendez
Apr 6, 2025, 3:40 PM
80' | Huge appeal from the Gaurs!
Drazic attempted to produce a cross from the edge of the left side of the box, and the ball hit Namgyal Bhutia's hands. Goa players and staff from the bench voiced a huge appeal, but the referee did not give any penalty.
Odei Onaindia also received a yellow card for his behaviour off the bench.
Apr 6, 2025, 3:36 PM
77' | Chance for Goa
Drazic whipped in a cross inside the box that found Sadiku, but the striker flicked his header behind the target.
Apr 6, 2025, 3:34 PM
75' | Substitutions for FC Goa
In: Brison Fernandes, Jay Gupta, Armando Sadiku
Out: Ayush dev Chhetri, Udanta Singh, Odei Onaindia
Apr 6, 2025, 3:33 PM
74' | Chance for Goa
Boris placed an inch-perfect cross inside the box from the right. Iker Guarrotxena powered a header on target, but it was no way past Gurpreet!
Apr 6, 2025, 3:29 PM
69' | Back-to-back saves from Gurpreet!
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu shows his CLASS!
Iker Guarrotxena flicked the ball past Sana and fired a strike at the goal, which was quickly stopped by Gurpreet. The ball slipped in front of Ayush, who flashed another strike, and Gurpreet kept himself on the line to make another brilliant save!
Apr 6, 2025, 3:25 PM
66' | Williams goes off target
Ryan Williams fired a curler from the right flank, but the ball went over the bar.
Apr 6, 2025, 3:24 PM
65' | Save from Gurpreet!
Dejan Drazic is getting more and more dangerous on the left!
He entered the penalty area in a swift move and sliced another on-target strike that was stopped by Gurpreet. Ryan Williams cleared the second ball.
Apr 6, 2025, 3:21 PM
60' | Unbelievable!
Dejan Drazic brilliantly anticipated Iker's through pass inside the box and slotted the ball home with a perfectly-placed, curled, right-footed strike that went past Gurpreet!
However, just as the players started celebrating, the fourth official flagged the move for offside!
So close, but unlucky for the hosts!
Apr 6, 2025, 3:17 PM
58' | Hrithik stays alert
Noguera whipped in a cross into the box from the free-kick, but Hrithik Tiwari made a good jump and made a routine collection.
Apr 6, 2025, 3:14 PM
55' | Substitutions for Bengaluru FC
In: Sunil Chhetri, Ryan Williams
Out: Sivasakthi Narayanan, Jorge Pereyra Diaz
Apr 6, 2025, 3:13 PM
54' | Sahil goes off target
Sahil Tavora attempted a first-time strike from just outside the box, but he failed to find the power, resulting in the ball rolling wide off the target.
Apr 6, 2025, 3:11 PM
52' | Gurpreet collects
Gurpreet stayed alert this time in collecting a shot by Borja Herrera from a distance.
Goa received a free-kick just on the edge of the box. Borja Herrera unleashed a beautiful left-footed strike that soared past the wall and beat Gurpreet to go inside through the left side of the box.
Bengaluru are leading on aggregate, but Goa are back in business!
Apr 6, 2025, 3:04 PM
46' | The second half begins
Apr 6, 2025, 2:50 PM
45'-4' | The half-time whistle is blown! | HT FCG 0-0 BFC (AGG 0-2)
Apr 6, 2025, 2:49 PM
45'+3' | What a save from Gurpreet!
Udanta Singh moved to cut inside in front of the box and unleashed a powerful left-footed strike on target. Gurpreet dived to his left in the air to make a brilliant stop, punching the ball away.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:47 PM
45'+1' | Brilliant defensive display from Bengaluru
Goa had three successive attempts to construct an attack, but the Blues stayed robust like a wall to dismantle every attempt!
Apr 6, 2025, 2:45 PM
45' | 3 minutes of added time announced
Apr 6, 2025, 2:44 PM
44' | Yellow for Noguera
Alberto Noguera receives a booking for a nasty challenge on Borja Herrera from behind.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:41 PM
41' | Chance for Goa
A brilliant touch from Drazic flicked the ball toward Borja Herrera, who crossed it into the box, but the ball drifted away.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:39 PM
35' | Substitution for Goa
Huge blow for Goa, as Carl McHugh is forced to make his way out.
In: Borja Herrera
Out: Carl McHugh
Apr 6, 2025, 2:35 PM
34' | Effort from Sivasakthi
Sivasakthi Narayanan carried the ball on the right before unleashing a strike that went just over the crossbar!
Apr 6, 2025, 2:32 PM
32' | Substitution for Bengaluru FC
Suresh Wangjam is forced to be susbtituted.
In: Lalremtluanga Fanai
Out: Suresh Wangjam
Apr 6, 2025, 2:29 PM
28' | The match resumes
Suresh Wangjam seems to have sustained a hamstring strain. However, he continues to play as the game resumes.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:24 PM
24' | Effort from Ayush
Ayush Dev Chhetri took a shot from a distance outside the box, but it was not enough to beat Gurpreet under Bengaluru's sticks.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:24 PM
22' | Brilliant save from Hrithik!
Noguera whipped in a brilliant cross in his familiar manner, which was headed down by Rahul Bheke, who sprinted inside the box from the left. Hrithik had a touch on the ball, denying Pereyra Diaz from attempting a header.
However, Rahul Bheke was caught offside.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:21 PM
22' | Aakash gets booked
Aakash Sangwan gets the second yellow for Goa tonight for a foul on Noguera.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:20 PM
20' | Boris denies Roshan
Boris Singh made a brilliant jumped block to deny Roshan's cross from going inside.
The Goa full-back is playing his 50th ISL game tonight.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:16 PM
16' | Brilliant tackle from Sahil
Sahil Tavora shielded Edgar Mendez on the left and tackled at the very last moment to deny his attempt to put in a cross.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:15 PM
15' | Another chance for Drazic
Dejan Drazic found himself inside the box, but this time, he sailed his shot over the bar.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:14 PM
14' | Chance for Goa
Dejan Drazic unleashed a strike from the left but failed to gain power with the shot. Gurpreet easily collected the grounded shot.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:09 PM
9' | Guarrotxena goes off target
Iker Guarrotxena received the ball inside the right side of the box from Udanta on the flank. He quickly turned and lodged a left-footed strike, but it went over the far post.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:08 PM
8' | Aakash goes over
Aakash Sangwan unleashed a long-ranger strike from a distance that went way over the target.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:07 PM
7' | Goa is pressing
From the very first minute, Goa are expectedly pushing for an early lead. There have been a couple of chances for them, but they need to do better in the final third.
Apr 6, 2025, 2:03 PM
2' | Yellow for Iker
Iker Guarrotxena is booked for attempted play-acting!
Dejan Drazic passed the ball to a running Iker into the box, who fell to the ground after he seemingly got fouled.
The live telecast of the FC Goa vs Bengaluru FC match will be available on the Star Sports 3 TV Channel. The live streaming will also be available on the JioHostar App and website.
Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa ISL 2024-25 Semi-final 1 First Leg Highlights | The Blues secure a two-goal cushion in the first semi-final with a convincing win over the Gaurs at home | FT BFC 2-0 FCG
Catch the highlights of the Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa semi-final 1 first-leg match in the ISL 2024-25 at Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.
Hello and welcome to another live coverage of Indian football as we continue bringing you all the live updates of the Indian Super League. Following the conclusion of the knockout round on Sunday, the ISL 2024-25semi-finals will commence tonight.
Tonight, we will bring you all the live updates, news, and live scores of the highly anticipated first-leg encounter in the first semi-final tie between Bengaluru FC and FC Goa at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.
The Blues thrashed defending cup winners Mumbai City FC 5-0 in the first knockout match in the ISL 2024-25 play-offs to secure a well-deserved semi-finals berth. On the other hand, the Gaurs entered the semi-finals directly after a second-place finish in the league stage with 48 points in 24 games.
As an intense encounter awaits us tonight, so just sit back and enjoy the match asSportz Point provides you with all the real-time updates, team news, live scores, and match commentary.
This is Soumit Bhattacharya, who will bring you all the updates of the match from the web desk.
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LIVE Updates
Apr 2, 2025, 4:01 PM
Full-time | Bengaluru FC 2-0 FC Goa
Bengaluru stamp a convincing 2-0 victory over Goa in the first leg of the first semi-final of the ISL 2024-25!
Sandesh Jhingan netted the ball into his own net to open the scoring before the hosts in the 42nd minute. The Blues stayed ahead at the break, which was doubled by Edgar Mendez's swift strike in the 51st minute following a three-pass construction to the goal.
Bengaluru's defence stayed robust for the whole game, especially the skipper Rahul Bheke and Namgyal Bhutia, who is also named the Man of the Match!
The Blues have secured a two-goal cushion at home before travelling to Fatorda for the second leg, to be played on April 6, 2025.
Apr 2, 2025, 3:56 PM
90'+7' | The final whistle is blown! | FT BFC 2-0 FCG
Apr 2, 2025, 3:54 PM
90'+6' | Substitution for Bengaluru FC
In: Harsh Patre
Out: Alberto Noguera
Apr 2, 2025, 3:52 PM
Milestone alert!
Rahul Bheke has made 16 clearances so far tonight, marking the highest tally in the history of Bengaluru FC!
Apr 2, 2025, 3:50 PM
90'+1' | Sadiku skies it over the bar
Armando Sadiku took his first strike after coming off the bench, but it went way over the crossbar.
Apr 2, 2025, 3:49 PM
90' | 5 minutes of stoppage time added on
Apr 2, 2025, 3:48 PM
89' | Effort from McHugh
Carl McHugh stormed into the brawl to steal the ball. he did so but failed to chip it properly as the ball rolled wide.
Apr 2, 2025, 3:47 PM
88' | Substitution for Bengaluru FC
In: Lalremtluanga Fanai
Out: Suresh Singh Wangjam
Apr 2, 2025, 3:46 PM
87' | Substitution for FC Goa
In: Armando Sadiku
Out: Iker Guarrotxena
Apr 2, 2025, 3:42 PM
83' | What a save from Gurpreet!
The Goa attackers played some one-two among themselves before Boris had some opening in front of him. Boris unleashed a powerful left-footed strike targeting the top bin of the left post, but Gurpreet jumped in the air to tip the ball over the bar.
Apr 2, 2025, 3:39 PM
80' | Sandesh stays alert
Wiliams was about to anticipate Suresh's through pass from the middle, but Sandesh Jhingan shielded the ball well, leaving no room for the Bengaluru winger.
Apr 2, 2025, 3:36 PM
75' | Final quarter to play
Only the final quarter to play at Kanteerava in the first leg. Since Dejan Drazic came off the bench, he seems to orchestrate Goa's attacks, and it is safe to say that Goa might, just might, salvage a goal. But the Blues' defence has been robust so far.
What's gonna happen in the final fifteen minutes of the regulation time? We can expect more drama after the drinks break!
Apr 2, 2025, 3:30 PM
71' | Chance for Goa!
Udanta Singh found Iker Guarrotxena on the other end with his cross from the right, but the forward powered a header that missed the target by inches!
Apr 2, 2025, 3:25 PM
66' | Substitutions for FC Goa
In: Ayush Dev Chhetri, Dejan Drazic
Out: Brison Fernandes, Borja Herrera
Apr 2, 2025, 3:22 PM
59' | Ryan Williams gets booked
Ryan Williams is shown the yellow for a foul.
Apr 2, 2025, 3:16 PM
57' | Substitutions for Bengaluru FC
In: Sunil Chhetri, Jorge Pereyera Diaz
Out: Sivasakthi Narayanan, Edgar Mendez
Apr 2, 2025, 3:15 PM
56' | So close for Guarrotxena!
Iker Guarrotxena backheeled a swift pass to Udanta, but he failed to keep his low shot on target following the cross from the right.
Apr 2, 2025, 3:13 PM
54' | Chance for Goa
Sangwan sailed a sublime long ball into the box as Borja Herrera dived forward to power a header, but it went just inches off the right post!
Apr 2, 2025, 3:12 PM
51' | GOALLLLL! Edgar Mendez doubles the lead! | BFC 2-0 FCG
Mind-blowing, just mind-blowing football from Bengaluru!
Just three touches off the indirect free-kick, as Namgyal Bhutia delivered a beautiful cross from the right, nd Edgar Mendez just fired it home with a powerful and first-time right-footer from close to the goal!
Classic finish, sublime display, Bengaluru are completely in control in this tie!
Apr 2, 2025, 3:09 PM
49' | Brilliant display from Goa!
Ryan Williams found the ball inside the penalty box and tried to slot it home through the far post, but Hrithik already came forward, shrinking the open space. Although Ryan's strike deflected through Hrithik's legs, Sandesh Jhingan redeemed himself by clearing the danger right before the ball was about to go in.
Apr 2, 2025, 3:07 PM
48' | Brison goes off target
Brison Fernandes tried to find the net from a distance, cutting in the middle, but his shot did not have much power and also went off target.
Apr 2, 2025, 3:04 PM
46' | The second half begins
Apr 2, 2025, 2:49 PM
45'+4' | Here goes the half-time whistle! | HT BFC 1-0 FCG
Brison Fernandes made a swift cut-in into the middle and attempted to unleash his trademark curler, but Namgyal Bhutia made a crucial block.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:45 PM
45' | 3 minutes of additional time confirmed
Apr 2, 2025, 2:44 PM
42' | GOALLLL! Sandesh puts it in his own net! | BFC 1-0 FCG
The Kanteerava crowd has erupted in joy!
Capo failed to connect with the strike inside the penalty area as the ball went to Edgar Mendez on the right. The Bengaluru forward lodged a vicious low cross into the six-yard box, as Sandesh Jhingan accidentally headed it into his own net while trying to make a clearance.
Unlucky for the Goa team, but Bengaluru would not care!
Apr 2, 2025, 2:40 PM
39' | Bengaluru are much compact in defence
Udanat delivered another masterful cross from the right, which was blocked by Rahul Bheke. Borja Herrera had another chance, but the Bengaluru skipper intervened again.
Absolute robust defending from both sides, more compact from the Blues.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:37 PM
37' | Yellow for McHugh
Goa midfielder Carl McHugh is shown the first yellow of the evening for a foul on Mendez.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:34 PM
33' | So close for Williams!
Ryan Williams tried to produce a cross from the right, but the ball dipped in the air and turned its trajectory on target, but it sailed just over the crossbar.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:31 PM
29' | Chance for Bengaluru
Sivasakthi and Williams tried to combine in front of the penalty area, but the ball got blocked away. Suresh Wnagjam flashed a well-placed shot from a distance down the middle, but it did not have enough power to beat Hrithik under Goa's sticks.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:27 PM
27' | Udanta goes wide
Following the ball that got deflected after the free-kick, Udanta anticipated the second ball on the right and sliced a quick strike, but it went wide to the left post.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:23 PM
22' | The Gaurs keep pushing
FC Goa have been relentlessly trying to flood attacks one after another. Bengaluru are a bit cornered now, but resilient in defence.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:19 PM
18' | The game stops
Ryan Williams collided with Sandesh Jhingan right on the edge of the box, and the referee whistles to stop the play as Wiliams receives medical attention.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:14 PM
12' | Close for Goa!
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu failed to catch the long ball delivered into the six-yard box as Sandesh Jhingan tried to have a bite from the slipped ball. However, the Bengaluru defence combatted the situation well.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:12 PM
11' | Chance for Goa
Brison Fernandes chest-trapped the ball to his feet right in front of the goal, but a vital final touch from Namgyal Bhutia restrained Brison from having a strike.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:09 PM
8' | Great save from Hrithik!
Noguera lodged his set-piece right into the middle of the box, which was flicked behind by Capo with an on-target header, but Hrithik Tiwari made a beautiful reflexed stop.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:07 PM
6' | Bheke makes a block
Rahul Bheke is redefining himself in every match day.
Brison delivered a long cross into the box to find Guarrortxena, but Rahul Bheke stayed tall in making a stubborn headed clearance.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:04 PM
3' | Crucial clearance from Odei
Brilliant defending from the Goa skipper!
Edgar Mendez found himself in a lot of open space on the right inside the penalty area before delivering a grounder. However, Odei marvellously cleared the danger away, denying Williams from anticipating.
Apr 2, 2025, 2:00 PM
1' | Kick Off!
The match is underway in Bengaluru!
Apr 2, 2025, 2:00 PM
The Gaurs in the house
The Gaurs are in the building, let’s get this started!🤘🏻🔥
— Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) April 2, 2025
Apr 2, 2025, 9:38 AM
The Masterminds | Manolo Marquez
FC Goa head coach Manolo Marquez expressed excitement at the possibility of taking the team to their first-ever ISL Cup win.
“I’m very excited. I want to help FC Goa win the ISL Cup for the first time,” he said.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:37 AM
The Masterminds | Gerard Zaragoza
Bengaluru FC head coach Gerard Zaragoza acknowledged the competitiveness of the semi-finals.
“I’m looking forward to it. I came here to the club to win trophies, and we have three other really good teams involved in the semi-finals too,” he said.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:35 AM
The Road to Final
The battle lines are drawn, the semi-finals are set! ⚔
The venue tonight | Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru
Apr 2, 2025, 9:30 AM
How to watch the match?
The live telecast of the Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa semi-final first leg match will be available on the Star Sports 3 TV Channel. The live streaming will also be available on the JioHostar App and website.
Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa ISL 2024-25 Semi-final 1 First Leg Match Preview: Head-to-head Stats, Previous Records
Read the complete match preview for the Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa semi-final 1 first leg match in the ISL 2024-25, scheduled for April 2, 2025, at Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.
The Indian Super League 2024-25 Knockout round concluded with Bengaluru FC and Jamshedpur FC marching into the tournament's semi-finals.
Bengaluru FC, who originally finished third in the league stage, crushed Mumbai City FC 5-0 in the first knockout to storm into the semi-finals, and they are set to go against the league runners-up FC Goa, posing a new challenge.
From possible starting XIs to Previous records, here is everything you need to know aboutthe Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa semi-final 1, first leg match in the ISL 2024-25.
Match Details
Match: Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa - ISL 2024-25, Semi-final 1 First Leg
The live telecast of the match will be available on the Star Sports 3 TV Channel. The live streaming will also be available on the JioHostar App and website.
Team News and Injury Updates: Bengaluru FC
Bengaluru FC won 5-0 against Mumbai in the knockout. (Image Credit | BFC on X)
Bengaluru FC showed no mercy on Mumbai City FC in the first knockout match in the ISL 2024-25 play-offs, thrashing the defending cup winners 5-0 to secure a well-deserved semi-finals berth.
Suresh Singh Wangjam, Edgar Mendez, Ryan Williams, Sunil Chhetri, and Jorge Pereyra Diaz each scored a goal to run riot over the Islanders, stamping a clean-sheet as well.
Despite a tumultuous run in the league stage this season, Bengaluru finished third on the leaderboard, having bagged 38 points in 24 matches. The Blues secured third place due to better head-to-head stats against the fourth and fifth-placed teams.
"My message to the team and to the fans, is here. Together. I said before the match that I wanted a party, and we enjoyed that. In four days we have another party." 🗓️
However, head coach Gerard Zaragoza has a strong squad available for the semi-final clashes against FC Goa. Despite Vinith Venkatesh having suffered a knock against Mumbai, he might be available for the first leg. However, Bengaluru's second-choice keeper, Lalthuammawia Ralte, is still unavailable after suffering an injury in late February this year.
Bengaluru have not won a game against FC Goa in their last five meetings, and the Blues aim to change that as the first leg takes place at their home stadium.
Team News and Injury Updates: FC Goa
FC Goa finished second in the league stage. (Image Source | FCG on X)
FC Goa produced a consistent season, leading up to the second-place finish in the league stage with 48 points in 24 games, assuring a direct semi-finals qualification.
Through fire and fury, the #Gaurs stood tall and proud! 🔥
The Gaurs will look to ensure a lead, with the first leg being an away game. They will also leave no stone unturned to capitalize on the second-leg advantage at home, but they need to continue their league-stage unbeaten record against Bengaluru this season.
As we prepare for the First Leg of our #BFCFCG Semi-Finals, hear what our Head Coach Manolo Marquez & Midfielder Carl McHugh had to say in the Pre-Match Press Conference 🗣🔥
Having played their last game almost a month ago, head coach Manolo Marquez will have a fully fit squad available for the first leg.
The Gaurs will have to be very well-armoured for the Bengaluru challenge, as they have gained momentum, but the FC Goa side are adamant to clinch their long-coveted ISL Cup.
Head-to-Head Stats and Previous Records
Goa 3-0 Bengaluru on 2 Nov 2024. (Image Credit | ISL Media)
FC Goa have remained unbeaten in both encounters against Bengaluru FC this season. On 2 November 2024, FC Goa marked a dominating 3-0 victory over Bengaluru FC at the Fatorda Stadium in Goa. Armando Sadiku, Brison Fernandes, and Dejan Drazic scored for the home side.
Bengaluru 2-2 Goa on 14 Dec 2024. (Image Credit | ISL Media)
In the return leg played on 14 December 2024, Bengaluru and Goa played out a thrilling 2-2 draw at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium. Ryan Williams and Jorge Pereyra Diaz scored for the Blues, whereas Sandesh Jhingan and Sahil Tavora scored for the away side.
#FCGoa are still chasing their first win at Sree Kanteerava Stadium! 😤
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (GK); Naorem Roshan Singh, Chinglensana, Rahul Bheke, Namgyal Bhutia; Suresh Singh Wangjam, Alberto Noguera, Pedro Capo; Sunil Chhetri, Edgar Mendez, Ryan Williams
FC Goa
Hrithik Tiwari (GK); Aakash Sangwan, Sandesh Jhingan, Odei Onaindia, Boris Singh; Carl McHugh, Ayush Dev Chhetri; Brison Fernandes, Borja Herrera, Udanta Singh; Iker Guarrotxena
ISL 2024-25 Playoffs Fixtures and Format: Everything you need to know
Bengaluru FC, Jamshedpur FC, NorthEast United FC and Mumbai City FC will compete in the ISL playoffs. Here is everything you need to know about ISL 2024-25 Playoffs Fixtures and Format.
Following a tight contention in the league stage to seal passage into theIndian Super League 2024-25 knockout phase, six teams have secured their appearance for the playoffs.
The league stage of 2024-25 ended with a dead-rubber game on Wednesday as Kerala Blasters and Hyderabad FC shared the spoils in a 1-1 stalemate.
The Mariners successfully defended their ISL League Shield as well, becoming the first-ever team in ISL history to achieve this feat, having earned a record 56 points in 24 matches.
Jamshedpur FC and NorthEast United FC also booked their places in the playoffs. NorthEast United FC secured the fourth spot with 38 points in 24 games, whereas Jamshedpur FC finished in fifth place with the same points, but fell short in the goal difference.
The sixth and final playoff spot was clinched by Mumbai City FC, with 36 points in 24 games following a 2-0 victory against Bengaluru FC in the final match of the regular season.
Bengaluru FC, NorthEast United FC and Jamshedpur FC all finished with 38 points after 24 games. For teams that have the same number of points, their head-to-head record is considered first. If their head-to-head results are tied at 1-1 or if they have drawn, then goal difference is taken into account.
According to this rule, Bengaluru FC had a win and a draw against Northeast United FC, which is why they are ranked above. Jamshedpur FC also has the points as Bengaluru and NorthEast, but their head-to-head record is lower, which is why they are placed below the other two.
ISL Playoffs Format
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The top six teams from the league stage qualify for the playoffs, with the top two teams ensuring a direct place in the two-legged semi-finals.
Additionally, the team that finishes at the top of the table after the league stage wins the League Shield and secures a place in the group phase of the AFC Champions League Two.
The four teams that finish in the third to sixth positions will compete for a spot in the semi-finals through a playoff round. Notably, the playoffs are decided in a single-legged knockout game which is played in the home ground of the team that finished higher on the leaderboard.
To award some deserving advantage to the third and fourth placed teams in the league stage, the third-placed team takes on the sixth-placed side, whereas the fourth-placed and fifth-placed team meet in the other playoff.
The winners of the play-offs will advance to the semi-finals and will compete against the first two teams for a place in the ISL 2024-25 Final.
ISL 2024-25 Playoffs Fixtures
Mumbai City won the ISL Cup in the 2023-24 season. (Image Credit | MCFC)
Pending an official confirmation, ISL 2024-25 playoffs are likely to be played on March 29 and 30, whereas the semifinals are scheduled for the first week of April.
According to reports, the first legs of the semi-finals are supposed to be played on April 2 and 3; and the return legs will take place on April 6 and 7, respectively.
However, here are the confirmed match-ups in the ISL 2024-25 Playoffs.
Hello and welcome to another live coverage of Indian football as we continue bringing you all the live updates of the Indian Super League 2024-25. Tonight, we will bring you all the live updates, news, and live scores of an important face-off between Chennaiyin FC and NorthEast United FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai.
Chennaiyin FC are out of the qualification race, currently positioned tenth on the leaderboard with 24 points in 22 matches. On the contrary, NorthEast United are only three points away from securing their berth in the play-offs, currently standing in the sixth position with 32 points in 22 matches.
The Highlanders are just a win away from play-off qualification, whereas the Marina Machans have nothing to lose. So, sit back and enjoy the match as Sportz Point provides you with all the real-time updates, team news, live scores, and match commentary tonight.
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The Highlanders march on to the ISL 2024-25 play-offs!
Mar 3, 2025, 3:54 PM
90'+5' | Here goes the full-time whistle! | FT CFC 0-3 NEUFC
Mar 3, 2025, 3:53 PM
90'+3' | Substitutions for NorthEast United
In: Bekey Oram, Guilermo Fernandez
Out: Mayakkanan, Thoi Singh
Mar 3, 2025, 3:52 PM
90'+2' | So close for Yadwad!
Connor Shield delivered an inviting cross from the right as Irfan Yadwad got to the end of it, but his header went inches past the left post.
Mar 3, 2025, 3:50 PM
90'+1' | Substitution for Chennaiyin FC
In: Maheson Singh
Out: Jiteshwor Singh
Mar 3, 2025, 3:49 PM
90' | 4 minutes of injury time added on
Mar 3, 2025, 3:45 PM
86' | Substitution for Chennaiyin FC
In: Daniel Chima Chukwu
Out: Wilmar Jordan Gil
Mar 3, 2025, 3:42 PM
83' | Substitutions for NorthEast United
In: Tondonba Singh, Robin Yadav
Out: B Samte, Jithin MS
Mar 3, 2025, 3:42 PM
82' | Off target for Albiach
Noah Albiach attempted the free-kick from a close distance, but the ball soared just wide over the crossbar!
Mar 3, 2025, 3:41 PM
81' | Ryan Edwards sent off!
Ryan Edwards committed a foul to obstruct Ajaraie from a definite goal-bound move, and the referee calls for a foul. Edwards received the second yellow and was shown the red!
Chennaiyin are down to ten men.
Mar 3, 2025, 3:39 PM
80' | Just a bit high for Macarton!
Macarton quickly flashed a strike from the front of the box, but the ball soared just over the crossbar!
Mar 3, 2025, 3:38 PM
78' | No goal!
Brambilla left it in front of the goal as Wilmar Jordan Gil slotted it home easily, but he was caught offside.
Mar 3, 2025, 3:35 PM
76' | Substitution for NorthEast United
In: Macarton Nickson
Out: Mohammed Ali Bemammer
Mar 3, 2025, 3:30 PM
70' | Gurmeet is too good tonight
Wilmar Gil's clever header was swiftly denied by Gurmeet at the top-left corner.
Wilmar Jordan played the ball to the right as Irfan Yadwad launched a cross inside the box, which was punched away by Gurmeet. The second ball was almost taken in by Brambilla, but he slipped inside the box and looks injured.
Mar 3, 2025, 3:11 PM
52' | Another huge save from Gurmeet!
Lukas Brambilla fired a strike toward the goal that was marvellously denied by Gurmeet!
Mar 3, 2025, 3:10 PM
50' | Chance for Chennaiyin
Wilmar Gil found the ball amidst a brawl inside the box, but he could not connect well.
Mar 3, 2025, 3:06 PM
Half-time substitution | Chennaiyin FC
In: Lukas Brambilla, Laldinpuia, Jitendra Singh
Out: Elsinho, Pritam Kotal, Vincy Barretto
Mar 3, 2025, 3:04 PM
46' | Second half begins
Mar 3, 2025, 2:49 PM
45'+4' | The half-time whistle is blown! | HT CFC 0-3 NEUFC
Mar 3, 2025, 2:47 PM
45'+2' | Edwards gets booked
Ryan Edwards received a booking for argument.
Mar 3, 2025, 2:46 PM
45' | 3 minutes of added time announced
Mar 3, 2025, 2:45 PM
45' | Another good save from Gurmeet!
Vincy Barretto took a cut in and sliced a grounded strike from the right, but Gurmeet is too tough to beat tonight so far!
Mar 3, 2025, 2:44 PM
44' | Another close chance for Ajaraie
Alaaeddine Ajaraie attempted some inside and outside dribbles before unleashing a strike that soared over the left post.
Mar 3, 2025, 2:43 PM
42' | Off target from Albiach
Thoi's strike from the middle in front of the box was blocked at first, as Albiach took a first-time strike that went inches over the crosspiece.
Mar 3, 2025, 2:39 PM
38' | GOALLL! Who else that Ajaraie! | CFC 0-3 NEUFC
NorthEast are running riot here in Chennai!
And who else! Alaaeddine Ajaraie took a strike from inside the box which was blocked by Edwards at first, but the rebound was swiftly netted in by the Moroccan Magician through the left top bin!
Mar 3, 2025, 2:35 PM
34' | So close for Ajaraie!
Ajaraie came up from the left flank and launched a quick strike on the first post, but the ball went off the post after a fingertip denial from Nawaz.
Mar 3, 2025, 2:29 PM
28' | Yellow for Yadwad
Irfan Yadwad gets the first booking for Chennaiyin this evening for a foul.
Mar 3, 2025, 2:28 PM
26' | GOALLLL! Jithin MS strikes! | CFC 0-2 NEUFC
Jithin took our last update very personally!
However, a brilliant play from NorthEast in the attacking third opened spaces for the attackers, as Jithin MS placed it so well that the ball just fired into the net through the left-bottom corner!
Mar 3, 2025, 2:26 PM
25' | The game has slowed down
Mar 3, 2025, 2:16 PM
13' | Too high for Ajaraie
Alaaeddine Ajaraie attempted an ambitious strike from the left, but the long ranger flew to the stands.
Mar 3, 2025, 2:13 PM
10' | Back-to-back saves from Gurmeet!
Gurmeet stayed alert in saving a close grounded strike from Connor Shields from inside the box. Right after that, Chennaiyin attempted a consecutive second opportunity, as Wilmar Jordan took a flashing strike that was again stopped by Gurpreet's safe gloves!
Mar 3, 2025, 2:11 PM
7' | GOALLL! What a strike from Noah! | CFC 0-1 NEUFC
A brilliant flick from Ajaraie found Albiach in an open space in front of the goal, and Noah Albiach found the back of the net with an outstanding strike that went in through the right side of the goal!
On October 17th, 2024, NorthEast United were stunned by Chennaiyin in a 2-3 defeat at home. Nestor Albiach opened the scoring early for NorthEast, but Wilmar Jordan Gil netted a brace afterwards. Lucas Brambilla scored the second for Chennaiyin, whereas Alaaeddine Ajaraie reduced the gap with a late penalty.
Mar 3, 2025, 10:26 AM
Head-to-head stats (All Competitions)
Matches played: 23
Chenniayin FC wins: 11
NorthEast United FC wins: 7
Draws: 5
Mar 3, 2025, 10:23 AM
Tonight's venue | Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai
Mar 3, 2025, 10:22 AM
How to watch the game?
Football fans in India can watch the game in ISL 2024-25 on Star Sports Network, Sports18 3 TV Channel, the JioHotstar App, and the JioHotstar website.
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