FC Goa Triumphs Over Odisha FC in Indian Super League Clash

In a thrilling encounter in the Indian Super League, FC Goa defeated Odisha FC 3-1, thanks to second-half goals from Dejan Dražic, Pol Moreno, and Brison Fernandes. The match saw FC Goa bounce back from previous draws and a loss, climbing to fifth in the standings. Meanwhile, SC Delhi also celebrated a victory, overpowering NorthEast United FC 3-0, with Joseph Sunny shining as the Player of the Match. Read on for a detailed analysis of both matches.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 11, 2026, 16:43 IST

Match Overview

Indian Football: FC Goa secured a 3-1 victory against Odisha FC in the Indian Super League 2025-26, held at the PJN Stadium in Margao on Friday. Goals from Dejan Dražic, Pol Moreno, and Brison Fernandes in the second half propelled Goa to a much-needed win, while Odisha's Suhair VP scored a late consolation goal. With this win, FC Goa climbed to fifth place in the league standings with 13 points, whereas Odisha FC fell to 12th with just five points. Ayush Chhetri was recognized as the Player of the Match for his impressive performance in midfield.

Game Highlights

Head coach Manolo Márquez made four changes to the FC Goa lineup, giving a debut to 21-year-old goalkeeper Bob Jackson Raj. In contrast, Odisha FC's coach T.G. Purushothaman opted for an unchanged squad for the third match in a row. The first half was tightly contested, with both teams having possession but failing to create significant scoring opportunities. Rahul KP was particularly active for Odisha, testing the Goa defense with early attempts, while the hosts struggled with offside calls.

Despite Odisha's attempts from distance, including a save from Bob Jackson, the first half ended goalless. The second half saw an increase in intensity, with Odisha nearly taking the lead through Isak Vanlalruatfela, whose shot was saved by Jackson.

Second Half Surge

FC Goa broke the deadlock in the 62nd minute when Ayush Chhetri's precise pass found Dejan Dražic, who capitalized on a deflection to score. Following this, Goa maintained their momentum, with substitute Abdul Rabeeh adding energy to the attack. They doubled their lead in the 81st minute with a low free-kick from Pol Moreno that found the bottom corner.

In stoppage time, Brison Fernandes converted a penalty after being fouled, extending the lead to 3-0. Odisha managed to score a consolation goal shortly after, with Suhair VP finishing from close range. The match concluded with FC Goa earning a well-deserved victory.

SC Delhi's Victory

In another match, SC Delhi showcased a strong performance, defeating NorthEast United FC 3-0 at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati. Joseph Sunny's impressive brace was pivotal in securing the win, marking SC Delhi's second consecutive victory of the season. This result lifted them to eighth place in the standings with eight points, while NorthEast United FC dropped to tenth with six points. Sunny was named Player of the Match for his impactful display.