Super Cup 2025: FC Goa's road to final

FC Goa are the defending champions of the Super Cup.

FC Goa have enjoyed a strong and composed campaign in the Super Cup 2025, showing the kind of balance, discipline, and attacking quality that has defined their season.

Despite facing varying challenges in the group stage and the high-pressure semi-final, the Gaurs remained focused and delivered results, especially when it mattered most, securing their place in the Super Cup final.

As the tournament progressed, FC Goa’s success was shaped not only by their collective team effort but also by a series of individual displays that kept them on track.

These performances played a vital role in helping the Gaurs navigate through the group stage and into the semifinal, ultimately earning their place in the final. Here’s the road to the final of FC Goa.

A confident start against Jamshedpur FC

FC Goa began their Super Cup campaign with a controlled and composed performance against Jamshedpur FC. From the outset, the Gaurs controlled possession and dictated the tempo of the match. Their midfield maintained a steady rhythm, ensuring smooth transitions and sustained attacking pressure.

The Gaurs maintained steady possession, dictated the momentum, and converted their dominance into a 2–0 victory. Their defensive structure remained solid throughout, allowing Jamshedpur limited opportunities and maintaining a clean sheet.

A dominating win against Inter Kashi

Building on their opening success, FC Goa delivered a commanding display against Inter Kashi, securing a 3–0 win. The match highlighted their balance between midfield control and attacking fluency. Goa created chances consistently, pressed effectively, and showcased clinical finishing, reinforcing their status as early favourites in the group.

This performance showcased the team’s attacking depth and tactical clarity. Goa created multiple chances through coordinated movements, controlled the central areas with confidence, and displayed strong link-up play in the final third.

A minor setback against NorthEast United

Their last group-stage match saw them lose 2-1 to NorthEast United FC. Despite the defeat, FC Goa showed resilience and maintained attacking intent throughout the game. They created opportunities, pressed with purpose, and looked capable of equalising until the final whistle.

Although the result did not go in their favour, Goa’s overall group performance ensured that they topped the table.

A statement win in the semifinal against Mumbai City FC

In a tightly contested semifinal, despite a controversial move of Iker being sent off at the kick-off, FC Goa produced one of their most determined displays of the tournament to overcome Mumbai City FC 2–1.

The Gaurs executed their game plan with discipline, absorbed pressure when necessary, and capitalised on crucial attacking opportunities, allowing Brison Fernandes and Timor Sva to score their 50th goals against Mumbai City FC.

They managed key phases of the game efficiently, absorbed pressure when required, and showed sharpness in the attacking third during decisive moments.

The midfield controlled transitions, while the defence dealt with Mumbai’s forward threats with determination. A well-worked combination of teamwork and their collective composure, along with tactical clarity, led to their victory, which secured their place in the Super Cup final.

Throughout the tournament, the depth and balance of the FC Goa squad have been on display. From strong group-stage performances to a dominating semifinal display, they have earned their place in the final on merit. The Gaurs now stand just one step away from lifting the Super Cup title.

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