India remains third in the group and keeps its hopes alive for the 2023 Asian Cup qualifiers. After Oman's 2-1 win over Afghanistan on Friday, India just needed to avoid defeat and they just did that. India vs Afghanistan was a very crucial fixture for the men in blue as their futures depend upon it.
An own goal from Ovays Azizi, India went up 1-0 in the 75th minute. But, Afghanistan pulled things right back after Hossein Zaman scored the equaliser in the 82nd minute of the game.
The blue tigers deed pretty good in holding off in a draw as Afghanistan were looking pretty dangerous. Although this was not how they wanted the game to end, a 3rd place finish in the group will overshadow all this. Sunil Chhetri was taken off in the 69th minute and the goal-scoring opportunities became narrower.
The coach might face some criticism because of the choice of the lineup and how they played against a 149th ranked team. India vs Afghanistan will not be a game to cherish for the men in blue because they played way too average football. However, looking at the brighter side of it India has a serious chance of proving its worth in 2023.
Jamshedpur FC vs Mohun Bagan SG ISL 2024-25 Semi-final 2 First Leg Highlights | Javi Hernandez's injury-time winner keeps Jamshedpur ahead in the tie | FT JFC 2-1 MBSG
Catch the highlights of the Jamshedpur FC vs Mohun Bagan SG Semi-final 2 first-leg match in ISl 2024-25 at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur.
Tonight, we will bring you all the live updates, news, and live scores of the highly anticipated first-leg encounter in the second semi-final tie between Jamshedpur FC and Mohun Bagan SG at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur.
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Apr 3, 2025, 4:08 PM
Full-time | Jamshedpur FC 2-1 Mohun Bagan SG
What a thriller unfolded in the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur!
Jamshedpur FC struck a late winner in the first leg of the second semi-final to beat Mohun Bagan SG 2-1!
The Red Miner had drawn the first blood in the 24th minute with Javier Siverio's header. However, Jason Cummings netted a world-class free-kick in the 37th minute of the game to equalize it for the Mariners. The game was all square at the break, and despite salvaging many opportunities, both teams failed to score in the regulation time. However, Javi Hernandez fired a powerful strike right into Bagan's net in the first minute of the stoppage time to snatch away the lead in the semi-final tie.
Jamshedpur will be boosted by this victory and will travel to Kolkata to face Mohun Bagan SG in the return leg on April 7th, 2025.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:55 PM
90'+7' | HERE GOES THE FINAL WHISTLE! | FT JFC 2-1 MBSG
Apr 3, 2025, 3:54 PM
90'+6' | Substitutions for Jamshedpur FC
In: Lazar Cirkovic, Sreekuttan
Out: Jordan Murray, Nikhil Barla
Apr 3, 2025, 3:54 PM
90'+5' | Marvellous stop by Albino!
Anirudh Thapa flashed a well-placed right-footed strike on target that was saved and punched over the bar by Albino!
Following this, Stephen Ezer received a yellow card, and he will be suspended for the second leg.
Ritwik Das had all the space in front of him on the right as Javi Hernandez made a trigger run into the box. Ritwik produced a brilliant grounder; and Javi, the Jamshedpur skipper, stormed it home with a powerful strike from inside the box in an unmarked position!
The former Mohun Bagan man puts the Red Miners ahead at home!
Apr 3, 2025, 3:48 PM
90' | 4 minutes of injury time added on
Apr 3, 2025, 3:48 PM
89' | The wall blocks Petratos
Dimitri Petratos tried to curl the ball past the defensive wall while attempting a free-kick far from the target, but the wall denied him well.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:42 PM
82' | Jamshedpur are pushing
The Red Miners are pushing for more to ensure a lead in the tie at home. Nikhil Barla put up a powerful grounded cross from the right, but Vishal Kaith collected it well.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:36 PM
78' | Substitution for Jamshedpur FC
In: Ritwik Das
Out: Mohammad Sanan
Apr 3, 2025, 3:35 PM
77' | Substitutions for Mohun Bagan SG
In: Ashique Kuruniyan, Dimitri Petratos
Out: Sahal Abdul Samad, Jason Cummings
Apr 3, 2025, 3:33 PM
75' | Chance for Jamshedpur
Jordan Murray looked dangerous as he danced through the Bagan defence, but Alberto obstructed him with a touch on the ball. The ball bounced off the pitch, but Javi's header was way over the target.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:32 PM
73' | Good claim by Vishal
Vishal Kaith made an immediate collection following Murray's cross from the right that deflected off Subhasish.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:30 PM
71' | Substitution for Mohun Bagan SG
In: Jamie Maclaren
Out: Greg Stewart
Apr 3, 2025, 3:29 PM
70' | Chance for Subhasish
Liston sailed a brilliant cross from the right as the ball bounced off the pitch, where Subhasish had a touch in front of the ball but failed to connect with it well.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:28 PM
69' | Effort for Deepak
Deepak Tangri unleashed an ambitious right-footed strike from a distance, which was deflected by Pronay.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:27 PM
66' | The battle is heating up
Although the match sees the tempo slowed down, both teams will definitely offer more actions. As of now, the Mariners and the Red Miners are keeping their defence intact.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:20 PM
61' | Eze fires a strike
Vishal Kaith was way off his line, and Stephen Eze produced a long-ranger shot from all the way down the middle from the left, but the ball went wide off the post.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:16 PM
57' | Albino collects
Alberto Rodriguez's header following the Liston corner went upwards inside the box as Albino Gomes jumped high to claim the ball.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:14 PM
56' | Substitution for Jamshedpur FC
In: Rei Tachikawa
Out: Javier Siverio
Apr 3, 2025, 3:13 PM
55' | Siverio gets booked
Javier Siverio received a booking for a rough tackle on Tom Aldred from behind.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:11 PM
52' | Brilliant block by Uvais!
Anirudh Thapa anticipated the second ball inside the box. He sliced a strike that was resiliently blocked by Mohammad Uvais.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:10 PM
51' | Brilliant save from Albino!
Anrirudh Thapa made a brilliant forward pass to find Stewart on the left inside the box, but the Bagan midfielder's strike was denied by Albino coming off the line!
Apr 3, 2025, 3:07 PM
48' | Chance for Mohun Bagan
Sahal chipped the rebound ball into the penalty area, but Jason Cummings touched it with his hand while trying to chest-trap, resulting into a foul.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:05 PM
46' | Effort from Liston
Liston Colaco unleashed a right-footed curling strike from a distance, but the chance went begging as the ball went wide of the right post.
Apr 3, 2025, 3:03 PM
46' | The second half begins!
Jamshedpur gets things going again.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:49 PM
45'+3' | The half-time whistle is blown! | HT JFC 1-1 MBSG
Apr 3, 2025, 2:48 PM
45'+2' | Chance for Jamshedpur
Jordan Murray produced a cross from the right in a quick turn, as Sanan met the ball on the other end. However, his header went inches off the near post.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:47 PM
45'+1' | Sahal goes wide
Sahal Abdul Samad unleashed a powerful strike from a distance, but that went wide off to the right post.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:46 PM
45' | 3 minutes added on to the first half
Apr 3, 2025, 2:45 PM
44' | Chance for Mohun Bagan
Liston Colaco, Anirudh Thapa, and Greg Stewart orchestrated the string of passes in a triangle manner inside the box, trying to utilize the half-space, but Pronay made a good clearance.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:40 PM
37' | WHATT A SCREAMERRRR! Jason Cummings storms it home! | JFC 1-1 MBSG
JASON CUMMINGS IS UNBELIEVABLE!
Mohun Bagan received a free-kick almost 35 yards out into the middle, as Jason Cummings stormed his left-footed free-kick with a perfectly placed strike that went into the net through the right top bin!
Absolute world-class from the Australian wizard!
The Mariners are back in business!
Apr 3, 2025, 2:36 PM
36' | Yellow for Mehta
Ashutosh Mehta is shown the yellow for a nasty tackle on Jason Cummings, obstructing him in an open attack.
He will be suspended for the return leg on April 7th.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:35 PM
34' | What a chance for Mohun Bagan!
So so close for Mohun Bagan!
Greg Stewart sailed the ball into the penalty area from a set-piece free-kick, which was headed by Alberto on target. However, the ball hit the woodwork and bounced off right in front of the goal-line. Albino turned behind and quickly collected the ball, killing off the danger.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:28 PM
28' | Brilliant defensive work from Jamshedpur defence so far
The Jamshedpur defence line has completely shut down Bagan's attacking frontier. Brilliant defensive workload from Ashutosh Mehta, Pronay Halder, and Nikhilm Barla.
The ball drifted away from Eze's header following the cross delivered from the left. Javier Siverio found himself unmarked in an open space on the right side of the goal and swiftly headed the ball into Bagan's net through the bottom right corner!
The hosts are ahead!
Apr 3, 2025, 2:18 PM
17' | Vishal stays alert
Uvais produced a long throw that was headed in by Eze, but Vishal stays alert in making a good collection.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:17 PM
16' | The game stops
Asish Rai seems to have sustained a mild concussion while blocking Sanan's cross as the ball hit his head. He is receiving medical attention.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:14 PM
14' | Briliant collection from Vishal
Javi Hernandez sailed a sublime cross into the box from the set-piece free-kick, which was brilliantly claimed by Vishal Kaith, who came off his line.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:12 PM
10' | Pronay makes a clearance
Sahal Abdul Samad produced a through pass in a short space on the edge of the box, but Pronay Halder seems to have started from where he left off in the knockout.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:09 PM
8' | Eze stays tall
Anirudh Thapa and Asish Rai played one-two on the right to generate some space, but Stephen Eze shielded Rai well to let Albino easily collect the ball.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:06 PM
5' | Appeal from Jamshedpur players!
Such a brilliant attack was executed by Jamshedpur FC, as Barla put up a grounded cross from the right that was guarded by Aldred at first. The rebound ball struck by Sanan seemingly hit Asish Rai's hands. The Red Miners appealed loudly, but the referee did not give attention.
Apr 3, 2025, 2:03 PM
2' | Chance for Jamshedpur!
Javi Hernandez sprinted solo upwards from the left and passed it to Jordan Murray, but the forward sailed his cross over the crossbar.
— Mohun Bagan Super Giant (@mohunbagansg) April 3, 2025
Apr 3, 2025, 1:53 PM
Line-up | Jamshedpur FC
Starting XI: Albino Gomes (GK); Ashutosh Mehta, Pronay Halder, Stephen Eze, Mohammed Uvais; Nikhil Barla, Sourav Das, Mohammad Sanan; Javi Hernandez; Javier Siverio, Jordan Murray
— Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) April 3, 2025
Apr 3, 2025, 11:06 AM
The Masterminds | Jose Molina
Mohun Bagan Super Giant head coach Jose Molina affirmed his side’s commitment to winning the ISL Cup.
“We are ready and we want to win the ISL Cup. We are absolutely happy with the season, but we want to win the Cup too,” he said.
Apr 3, 2025, 11:06 AM
The Masterminds | Khalid Jamil
Jamshedpur FC head coach Khalid Jamil outlined an optimistic perspective before the fixture.
“There are two legs to play and we are facing a very good team. We are positive, since we are playing at home, and we must think for a positive result,” he said.
Apr 3, 2025, 11:04 AM
The Road to Final
The battle lines are drawn, the semi-finals are set! ⚔
The live telecast of the Jamshedpur FC vs Mohun Bagan semi-final 2 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.
Jamshedpur FC vs Mohun Bagan SG ISL 2024-25 Semi-final 2 First Leg Match Preview: Head-to-head Stats, Previous Records
Read the complete match preview for the Jamshedpur FC vs Mohun Bagan SG semi-final 2 first-leg match in the ISL 2024-25, scheduled for April 3, 2025, at JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur.
Jamshedpur FC will take on Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the first-leg clash of the ISL 2024-25 semi-final 2, set to kick off tonight at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur.
Jamshedpur FC, who originally finished fifth in the league table with 38 points in 24 games, stunned the fourth-placed NorthEast United FC in the second knockout match, beating them 2-0 to qualify for the semis.
On the other hand, Mohun Bagan SG clinched the league shield title for the second consecutive time, finishing atop the table with a staggering 56 points in 24 games.
— Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) April 3, 2025
From possible starting XIs to Previous records, here is everything you need to know abouttheJamshedpur FC vs Mohun Bagan SG semi-final 2 first-leg match in the ISL 2024-25.
Match Details
Match: Jamshedpur FC vs Mohun Bagan SG - ISL 2024-25, Semi-final 2 First Leg
Date:3 April 2025
Time:7:30 pm IST
Venue: JRD Tata Sports Complex, Jamshedpur
Broadcasting and Streaming Details
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: Jamshedpur FC
Jamshedpur FC snatched a well-deserved 2-0 away victory over NorthEast United FC in Shillong in the Knockout 2 match in the ISL 2024-25 Playoffs.
The Red Miners came out on top following Stephen Eze's opener in the first half, as the passage to the semis was sealed by Javi Hernadez netting a goal in the final kick of the game. Pronay Halder and Nikhil Barla were absolutely impregnable in defence, whereas keeper Albino Gomes also stayed tall under the sticks.
Despite earning 38 points from 24 games, the same as third-placed Bengaluru and fourth-placed NorthEast, Jamshedpur had to finish in fifth position due to the head-to-head stats against those teams. However, the Men of Steel have shown their resilience and ensured to throw a tough challenge to their opponent in the semifinals.
Head coach Khalid Jamil will have a relatively full and fit squad for the first-leg encounter at home. Midfielder Mobashir Rahman, who received a straight red in the knockout, will be the only exception as he will be suspended tonight.
Team News and Injury Updates: Mohun Bagan SG
Mohun Bagan SG have stamped their name on the league shield title for the second consecutive season, having earned a brilliant 56-point tally across 24 games.
The Mariners entered the semis directly and received a long break before the quest for the ISL 2024-25 Cup begins tonight. Mohun Bagan lost to Mumbai City FC in the ISL 2023-24 Cup final, and this time, they will be adamant about turning the tables around, looking to make a double in the single season and setting more records.
— Mohun Bagan Super Giant (@mohunbagansg) April 2, 2025
However, head coach Jose Molina will reportedly have to exclude forward Manvir Singh and midfielder Apuia due to different injury concerns. Defender Asish Rai is expected to be fit by the time of the game.
Head-to-Head Stats and Previous Records
On November 23rd, 2024, Mohun Bagan SG stamped an outstanding 3-0 victory over Jamshedpur at the VYBK, Kolkata. Tom Aldred, Liston Colaco, and Jamie Maclaren scored for the Mariners.
In the return leg on January 17th, Jamshedpur held Mohun Bagan in a 1-1 stalemate in Jamshedpur. Subhasish Bose's goal for Bagan was canceled out by a brilliant solo goal from Jamshedpur defender Stephen Eze.
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.
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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
NorthEast United FC vs Jamshedpur FC ISL 2024-25 Knockout 2 Highlights | Jamshedpur seals a breathtaking win in Shillong; books their place in the semis | FT NEUFC 0-2 JFC
Catch the highlights of the NorthEast United FC vs Jamshedpur FC Knockout 2 match in ISL 2024-25 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Shillong.
Hello and welcome to another live coverage of Indian football as we continue bringing you all the live updates of Indian Super League following the conclusion of the March international window.
The ISL 2024-25 Playoffs have marked its beginning on March 29, with an emphatic 5-0 victory by Bengaluru FC over Mumbai City FC in the first knockout match.
Tonight, we will bring you all the live updates, news, and live scores of the highly intense Knockout 2 encounter between NorthEast United FC and Jamshedpur FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong.
NorthEast and Jamshedpur both finished the league stage with 38 points from 24 games. The Highlanders' position was bettered by a higher goal difference (17) than Jamshedpur (-6), leading them to a fourth-place finish. The Red Miners finished in fifth position.
As the pathway to the semi-finals lures both teams, offering a potential roller-coaster ride for us, sit back and enjoy the match asSportz Point provides you with all the real-time updates, team news, live scores, and match commentary tonight.
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LIVE Updates
Mar 30, 2025, 4:50 PM
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90'+12' | HERE GOES THE FULL-TIME WHISTLE! | FT NEUFC 0-2 JFC
Mar 30, 2025, 4:00 PM
90'+9' | JAMSHEDPUR SEALS IT WITH JAVI'S GOAL!!!! | NEUFC 0-2 JFC
ABSOLUTE MADNESS IN SHILLONG!
Ritwik Das dribbled and dodged past the Northeast defenders before passing to Javi inside the six-yard box. The Red Miners' captain literally toyed with Gurmeet before slotting it home with a swift strike!
Jamshedpur has sealed their place in the semi-finals!
The NorthEast players are down on the ground with their hearts broken in the most hurtful way possible!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:56 PM
90'+6' | Ajaraie hits the woodwork!
Unbelievable!
Alaaeddine Ajaraie's pinpoint header from the edge of the six-yard box somehow hit the woodwork! Ajaraie failed to keep the rebound on target as well!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:54 PM
90'+5' | Gogoi goes over the bar!
Parthib Gogoi's strike from the just the edge of the penalty area went over the crossbar!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:52 PM
90'+3' | Another chance goes begging
Another cross is delivered into the box, and this time Eze headed it away!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:50 PM
90'+1' | How can Guillermo miss this!
Alaaeddine flicked the ball behind into the box as Guillermo had an open goal in front of him, but a slight touch from Barla kept the ball off the target.
This was the easiest chance the hosts had after a long time!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:49 PM
90' | 8 minutes of stoppage time added on!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:48 PM
90' | Subsitution for NorthEast United
In: Parthib Gogoi
Out: Jithin MS
Mar 30, 2025, 3:48 PM
88' | Straight red for Mobashir!
Mobashir Rahman is shown a straight red card for deliberately kicking Macarton in a tussle!
Jamshedpur are down to ten men!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:47 PM
87' | What a madness!
There were back-to-back chances for NorthEast, but no, the Jamshedpur defence seems to have a no-entry board hanging in front of them.
Compact and robust defending from the Red Miners' defence!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:44 PM
85' | Yellow for Albino
Albino Gomes is shown a yellow for wasting time.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:44 PM
84' | Off target for Thoi
Thoi Singh half-volleyed a strike from close to the left but skied his strike over the bar.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:42 PM
83' | Chance for Jamshedpur
Siverio had an attempt on target following the cross from Murray, but he failed to find the precision from inside the box!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:41 PM
82' | Substitution for NorthEast United
In: Thoi Singh
Out: Redeem Tlang
Mar 30, 2025, 3:41 PM
82' | Substitution for Jamshedpur FC
In: Ritwik Das
Out: Mohammed Sanan
Mar 30, 2025, 3:39 PM
81' | Substitution for Jamshedpur FC
In: Javier Siverio
Out: Rei Tachikawa
Mar 30, 2025, 3:39 PM
80' | It's heating up in Shillong!
The crowd is roaring as Tachikawa and Sanan are down!
Both of them are receiving medical attention as the NorthEast players are very animated!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:37 PM
78' | Effort from Javi
Javi Hernandez lodged an ambitious long-ranger strike from the middle of the park, but the ball soared wide off the second post.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:36 PM
76' | Final quarter to play
We are back after the second drinks break of the game. The final fifteen minutes are left to play.
Can NorthEast pull off a miracle? Or is Jamshedpur going to stamp a well-dominant win?
Mar 30, 2025, 3:34 PM
74' | Pronay is too good
Pronay Halder executed two consecutive clearances to deny the NorthEast attackers.
Absolutely top-notch performance from him so far tonight!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:32 PM
71' | Substitution for NorthEast United
In: Guillermo Hierro
Out: Nestor Albiach
Mar 30, 2025, 3:29 PM
70' | Another off target strike from Ajaraie
Alaaeddine Ajaraie sprinted into the middle, in front of the box, but failed to keep his powerful strike on target.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:28 PM
68' | Block from Eze
Nestor won the battle against Sanan and flashed a strike from a very tight angle on the right, as Eze stayed alert in making a perfect block.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:23 PM
63' | Appeal from NorthEast
The Highlanders appealed for the handball against Ashutosh Mehta, but the referee did not give any attention.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:19 PM
60' | Chance for NorthEast
Tlang perfectly soared his free-kick past the one-man wall Sanan, but Macarton's header drifted way over the target.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:16 PM
57' | Off target for Ajaraie
Alaaeddine Ajaraie dribbled past a defender before slicing a strike that again sailed over the crossbar.
Not a familiar sight from the Moroccan magician, who has suffered a frustrating night so far.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:13 PM
54' | Mind-blowing defensive work from Jamshedpur
NorthEast keeps unleashing chances after chances, but they are lacking in the final third. Jamshedpur's defence has been very resolute so far.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:12 PM
53' | So close for Jithin!
Macarton brilliantly trapped the ball inside the box and passed it to Jithin, whose first-time strike went just a bit over the crossbar!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:10 PM
52' | Yellow for Macarton
Macarton Nickson receives a yellow for a foul.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:10 PM
50' | Good tackle from Zabaco
Tachikawa anticipated the long ball on the right as he kept a grounded minus into the box, but Zabaco denied Javi from having a strike.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:08 PM
49' | What an effort from Samte!
Samte intended to produce a cross from down the left flank, but the ball travelled to the right top bin. However, Albino Gomes kept the ball off target with a brilliant save.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:07 PM
47' | Chances for NorthEast
Two clumsy clearances came off the Jamshedpur defence, but Macarton and Albiach both failed to capitalize on the chances.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:04 PM
46' | The second half action begins
Mar 30, 2025, 2:49 PM
45'+4' | Here goes the half-time whistle. | HT NEUFC 0-1 JFC
Mar 30, 2025, 2:49 PM
45'+4' | Easy collection for Albino
Albiach kept the header on target that was easily collected by Albino Gomes.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:47 PM
45'+2' | Gurmeet collects
Mohammad Uvais kept a grounder on target from the left, but that was enough to beat Gurmeet.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:46 PM
45' | 3 minutes of additional minutes announced
Mar 30, 2025, 2:45 PM
44' | Battle in the middle
The tempo has slowed down a bit, but we are not short of action as the game is mostly being played in the middle of the park. The half-time break is also knocking on the doors.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:38 PM
37' | Effort from Sanan
Sanan attempted a volleyed strike from almost 35 yards into the middle, but skied it to the stands.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:37 PM
36' | Brilliant tackle from Redeem
Mohammed Sanan brezzed past Redeem Tlang on the left flank, attempting to produce a cross, but Redeem executed a clean diving tackle.
Stephen Eze has drawn the first blood for Jamshedpur!
Nestor Albiach made a wrongful touch following the Jamshedpur corner, which bounced off his feet and ended up in Eze at a very tough angle on the right to the six-yard box. The Jamshedpur defender absolutely fired it home with a right-footed strike, leaving no room for Gurmeet!
The visitors have broken the deadlock!
Mar 30, 2025, 2:28 PM
26' | Gurmeet stayed alert
It was an almost suicidal backpass from Asheer, which was close to being intercepted by a running Jordan Murray, but Gurmeet showed his awareness and cleared the danger away. Murray and Gurmeet clashed, but the game resumed after a minute.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:25 PM
24' | Jithin is closed down
Jithin MS and Mohammad Uvais battling on the right flank of NorthEast has been a treat to the eyes so far. Uvais has the upper hand so far, but Jithin will definitely not fall short.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:19 PM
18' | Tachikawa gets blocked
Rei Tachikawa sprinted toward the box from the left and cut in before taking a strike, but that was well-blocked by Bemammer.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:14 PM
13' | Eze gets booked
Stephen Eze is shown a yellow for a nasty foul on Albiach from behind.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:12 PM
11' | Ajaraie skies it over
Alaaeddine Ajaraie flashed a powerful right-footer from almost 30 yards out of the box, but the ball sailed way over the crossbar!
Mar 30, 2025, 2:11 PM
10' | Javi fails to connect
Javi Hernandez again found another open scoring opportunity following a cheeky flick from Murray, but the Jamshedpur skipper failed to connect his strike.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:09 PM
7' | WHAT WAS THAT?
What an absolute brilliant free-flowing football from NorthEast!
Redeem delivered a vicious cross from the right, which was met by Macarton at the edge of the goalpost. The ball went in, but Albino somehow revived it off the goal-line.
The goal was not given, and the replay showed that the ball touched Macarton's hand after bouncing off the pitch.
Fiery start!
Mar 30, 2025, 2:06 PM
6' | Attempt from Macarton
Macarton followed up a second ball from Akhtar and unleashed a strike from a distance, though it went wide off the far post.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:05 PM
4' | Sanan takes an effort
Mohammad Sanan took a strike from a distance, but Gurmeet swiftly claimed it.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:04 PM
3' | Chance for Jamshedpur
Brilliant ball delivered by Nikhil Barla from the right flank, but Javi Hernandez failed to anticipate the ball inside the box.
What a start to this game!
Mar 30, 2025, 2:03 PM
2' | Chance for NorthEast
Alaaeddine Ajaraie chipped the ball just in front of Macarton inside the box, but the NorthEast midfielder failed to convert it!
Mar 30, 2025, 2:00 PM
1' | Kick Off!
NorthEast United gets things underway in Shillong!
Ashutosh Mehta and Mobashir Rahman Start as Jamshedpur FC Gears Up for Battle🔥💪 Lazar & Pratik Miss Out Due to Injury while Sourav Misses Due to Suspension.
Jamshedpur FC head coach Khalid Jamil expressed his pleasure at playing the ISL playoffs in Shillong.
“We are very happy to be in Shillong. There is a lot of love for football here. The stadium is looking fantastic, the crowd support is amazing, and we are looking forward to securing a positive result,” he said.
Mar 30, 2025, 9:48 AM
The Masterminds | Juan Pedro Benali
NorthEast United FC head coach Juan Pedro Benali outlined his side’s objectives entering into the knockout.
“We need to be ready, not make any excuses, and score whenever chances come our way. We need to convert our opportunities and always be focused, and stop Jamshedpur FC’s special style of play,” he said.
Mar 30, 2025, 9:44 AM
What's at stake?
The winner of this single-legged Knockout 2 match will take on the league-shield winners Mohun Bagan SG in the semi-finals.
Mar 30, 2025, 9:42 AM
Earlier this season
NorthEast United 5-0 Jamshedpur FC, 26 October 2024
NorthEast schooled Jamshedpur in a 5-0 triumph in the first league-stage fixture this season at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati. Alaaeddine Ajaraie and Parthib Gogoi both racked up braces, whereas Macartn scored another for the Highlanders.
Jamshedpur FC 0-2 NorthEast United, 13 February 2025
In the reverse fixture, Jamshedpur failed to avenge their heavy defeat as they fell to a 0-2 defeat at home against NorthEast United. Alaaeddine Ajaraie scored a brace to earn all three points at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur.
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.
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