The Golden Boot race is going on with fierce competition at the top with Ogbeche leading the current race upfront. Former FC Goa striker Igor Angulo won the Golden Boot in ISL 2020-21, having scored 14 goals. According to ISL Stats, this season it's Ogbeche with 9 goals as of now. Meanwhile, the newly recruited Hugo Boumous of ATKMB is also in the Golden Boot race.
Bartholomew Ogbeche's transfer to Hyderabad FC has proven that he has been a great addition to their team. As Well as Igor Angulo, who has been phenomenal for FC Goa last season and this year it's Mumbai City FC. Deshorn Brown and Greg Stewart are also on fire for their respective teams.
However, Liston Colaco is the only Indian who has managed to enter the top 10 list of the top scorers with 5 goals.
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, letβs get this started!π€π»π₯
β 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.
βIβm very excited. I want to help FC Goa win the ISL Cup for the first time,β 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.
βIβm 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,β he said.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:35 AM
The Road to Final
The battle lines are drawn, the semi-finals are set! β
β Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) March 31, 2025
Apr 2, 2025, 9:31 AM
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." ποΈ
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! π₯
β Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) March 31, 2025
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 π£π₯
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! π€
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Head-to-Head Stats
Matches played: 20
Bengaluru FC won: 6
FC Goa: 5
Draws: 9
Last five Meetings: Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa
Date
Result
Competition
02/04/2025
Bengaluru FC 2-2 FC Goa
ISL 2024-25
02/11/2024
FC Goa 3-0 Bengaluru FC
ISL 2024-25
14/03/2024
FC Goa 2-1 Bengaluru FC
ISL 2023-24
17/01/2024
FC Goa 1-0 Bengaluru FC
Super Cup 24
25/10/2023
Bengaluru FC 0-0 FC Goa
ISL 2023-24
Predicted XIs
Bengaluru FC
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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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 Battleπ₯πͺ Lazar & Pratik Miss Out Due to Injury while Sourav Misses Due to Suspension.
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Mar 30, 2025, 9:53 AM
Head-to-Head Stats in ISL | NEUFC vs JFC
Total matches played: 17
NorthEast United FC wins: 4
Jamshedpur FC wins: 7
Draws: 6
Mar 30, 2025, 9:48 AM
The Masterminds | Khalid Jamil
Jamshedpur FC head coach Khalid Jamil expressed his pleasure at playing the ISL playoffs in Shillong.
βWe 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,β he said.
Mar 30, 2025, 9:48 AM
The Masterminds | Juan Pedro Benali
NorthEast United FC head coach Juan Pedro Benali outlined his sideβs objectives entering into the knockout.
βWe 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 FCβs special style of play,β 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.
Bengaluru FC vs Mumbai City FC First Leg of ISL Playoffs 2024-25 | Match Preview, Head-to-head Stats, Predicted Line-up, and Fantasy XI Prediction
Read the full match preview, head-to-head stats, predicted lineup and fantasy XI prediction of the Bengaluru FC vs Mumbai City FC match in the Indian Super League 2024-25 season at Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru FC will be kicking off their play-offs campaign against defending champions Mumbai City FC at the Shree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday. The game will be a battle of two teams who have achieved the title previously and will be impatient to win it again.
Read the full match preview, head-to-head stats, predicted lineup and fantasy XI prediction of the Bengaluru FC vs Mumbai City FC match in the Indian Super League 2024-25 season at Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru FC finished third in the Indian Super League 2024-25 standings following the end of the regular season. With three wins from their last five games, their campaign was relatively successful having secured a place in Play-offs. Under Gerard Zaragoza, they have secured victories in challenging venues like Kolkata, Kochi, and Shillong this season.
Mumbai City FC:
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The Islanders are in a good position they finished sixth in the Indian Super League 2024-25 standings under their head coach Petr Kratky. However, Mumbai won one of their last five matches, but they will eagerly be awaiting to replicate their last match performance against the home side.
Kick Off:
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Stadium: Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru
Time: 7:30 pm IST
Date: 29 March 2025
Match info: ISL 2024-25 Playoffs
Head-to-head Stats:
Matches Played: 19
Bengaluru won: 8
Mumbai won: 9
Draw: 2
Recent Forms:
Bengaluru FC:
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Bengaluru 0-2 Mumbai (Home, League Stage)
East Bengal 1-1 Bengaluru (Away, League Stage)
Bengaluru 1-0 Chennaiyin (Home, League Stage)
NorthEast United 0-2 Bengaluru (Away, League Stage)
Bengaluru 3-0 Jamshedpur (Home, League Stage)
Mumbai City FC:
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Bengaluru 0-2 Mumbai (Away, League Stage)
Kerala Blaster 1-0 Mumbai (Away, League Stage)
Mumbai City 2-2 Mohun Bagan (Home, League Stage)
Hyderabad 0-0 Mumbai (Away, League Stage)
Mumbai City 1-3 GOA (Home, League Stage)
Injury Update:
Bengaluru FC:
Bengaluru FC is expected to have a fully fit and available side for the upcoming game.
Mumbai City:
Mumbai is going to miss Lallianzualla Chhangte for the upcoming game, and Ayush Chikkara and Akash Mishra both were ruled out due to ACL injury.
Predicted Lineup:
Bengaluru:
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (GK), Mohamed Salah, Rahul Bheke, Chinglensana, Roshan Singh, Alberto Noguera, Pedro Capo, Suresh Wangjam, Ryan Williams, Edgar Mendez, Sunil Chhetri.
TP Rehenesh (GK), Mohamed Salah, Rahul Bheke, Tiri, Nathan Rodriguez, Yoell van Nieff, Pedro Capo, Brandon Fernandez, Ryan Williams, Jorge Ortiz, Sunil Chhetri.
Scoreline Prediction:
Bengaluru 1-2 Mumbai
Broadcasting Details:
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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