On October 22, 2025, an electrifying match unfolded at the Fatorda Stadium in Margao, India, as FC Goa hosted Saudi Arabian giants Al Nassr in a high-stakes AFC Champions League 2 Group D fixture. Despite a resilient fightback from the home side, Al Nassr emerged victorious with a 2-1 scoreline, maintaining their lead at the top of the group.
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FC Goa vs Al Nassr: Match Overview & Key Moments
| Time (Min) | Event | Score | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10′ | Goal by Ângelo Gabriel | Al Nassr 1-0 Goa | Thunderous strike breaks the deadlock |
| 27′ | Goal by Haroune Camara | Al Nassr 2-0 Goa | Camara doubles advantage with composure |
| 41′ | Goal by Brison Fernandes | Al Nassr 2-1 Goa | Stunning strike energizes home crowd |
| 45+4′ | Halftime | Al Nassr 2-1 Goa | Goa’s keeper Hrithik made key saves to keep hopes alive |
| 66′ | Substitution – Joao Felix and Sadio Mane introduced | Score unchanged | Al Nassr shows strength with star players on field |
| 67′ | Missed chance by Boris Thangjam | Score unchanged | One-on-one miss denies Goa an equalizer |
| 90’+2′ | Red card to David Timor (Goa) | Al Nassr 2-1 Goa | Goa reduced to 10-men, makes comeback tougher |
| 90’+6′ | Match ends | Al Nassr 2-1 Goa | Al Nassr clinch crucial Group D victory |
Al Nassr dominated early with clinical finishing but FC Goa stayed competitive through spirited defending and well-timed counterattacks. The introduction of stars Joao Felix and Sadio Mane added zeroed-in threat from Al Nassr, while Goa’s missed chances and Timor’s late red card dashed hopes of an equalizer.
Player Rating Highlights
| Team | Player | Performance Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Al Nassr | Ângelo Gabriel | Sparked the match with a powerful opener |
| Al Nassr | Haroune Camara | Calm and composed, doubled the lead |
| Goa | Brison Fernandes | Energized Goa with a brilliant goal |
| Goa | Hrithik (GK) | Key saves that kept Goa in the contest |
| Goa | Boris Thangjam | Missed golden chance crucial to the match outcome |
Tactical Overview
Al Nassr adopted a possession-based approach with quick transition play, exploiting spaces in Goa’s defense especially early on. FC Goa sought to counter with quick breaks and wing play but struggled in finishing. Goa’s defensive discipline restricted larger margins, especially in the first half.
Official External Links
- AFC Champions League 2 Official: Match Report
- ESPN: FC Goa vs Al Nassr Live Score & Highlights
- NDTV Sports: Match Updates
Internal Links from TechnoSports.co.in
- Indian football latest news: TechnoSports Football
- AFC Champions League coverage: TechnoSports AFC Updates
FAQs
Q1: What was the final score between FC Goa and Al Nassr in the AFC Champions League 2 2025 match?
Al Nassr won the match 2-1 against FC Goa, maintaining their undefeated streak in Group D.
Q2: Which players scored the goals in the FC Goa vs Al Nassr match?
Ângelo Gabriel and Haroune Camara scored for Al Nassr, while Brison Fernandes netted the lone goal for FC Goa.
