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| goa vs al-nassr |
On 22 October 2025, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda in Goa, India, FC Goa hosted Al Nassr in their Group D fixture of the AFC Champions League 2 2025‑26. mint+2Outlook India+2
The occasion was special — it marked a rare visit by a top Saudi club to Indian soil, and one of the few times Goa have faced such an opponent in continental competition.
Here’s a breakdown of how the game unfolded, what it means for both clubs, and the larger implications.
📋 Pre-Match Context
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Al Nassr came into the match in excellent form, having secured two wins from their first two Group D games. mint+1
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FC Goa, by contrast, had yet to win in the group stage and were under pressure to deliver. VAVEL.com - Live Sports+1
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One big storyline: Cristiano Ronaldo, arguably the club’s biggest name, did not travel to India for this fixture. Coach Jorge Jesus explained the decision as one of fitness and schedule management. Bolavip+1
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For Goa, this was a chance not only to earn points but to make a statement in continental football — to show that an Indian side can compete with established Middle Eastern clubs.
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