Al Seeb and FC Goa clash in the AFC Champions League preliminary stage, a crucial challenge for Goa to prove their mettle
In the world of Indian football, FC Goa continues to break new ground as they prepare for their second appearance in an AFC continental competition. After making history in 2021 by becoming the first Indian club to play in the AFC Champions League group stage, they are now set to participate in the AFC Champions League Two knockout match.
The venue for this exciting encounter is the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Goa, where FC Goa will face off against Al Seeb Club from Oman on August 13, 2025. The two-legged fixture marks a significant milestone for FC Goa, as the winner of the knockout game will advance to the group stage of the AFC Champions League Two.
Manolo Marquez, the manager of FC Goa, will lead his team in this historic match. Under his guidance, FC Goa qualified for this year's Preliminary Stage of the AFC Champions League Two after winning the Kalinga Super Cup last season.
Al Seeb Club is no stranger to success, having won the Oman Professional League in the last two seasons and making history by winning the AFC Cup (now AFC Champions League Two) in 2022. They will undoubtedly present a formidable challenge for FC Goa.
FC Goa's journey in the AFC Champions League Two began with their qualification for the 2025–26 season. In the preliminary stage, they defeated Al Seeb 2–1 to advance to the group stage of the AFC Champions League Two 2025–26[1][3][4].
In the group stage, FC Goa has been drawn into Group D alongside Al-Nassr (featuring Cristiano Ronaldo), Al-Zawraa, and FC Istiklol[4]. Their qualification was achieved by winning the domestic Super Cup (formerly called Kalinga Super Cup) in 2025 and then winning the preliminary playoff against Al Seeb[2][4].
This second participation in AFC continental competitions represents another opportunity for FC Goa to extend their continental journey, this time in front of their home fans. With their domestic success and a strong showing in the preliminary stage, they are poised to make a significant impact in the AFC Champions League Two.
[1] Source: AFC Champions League Two official website [2] Source: FC Goa official website [3] Source: The Times of India [4] Source: Goal.com India [5] Source: Sportskeeda India
Sports enthusiasts worldwide will be eagerly watching the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Goa on August 13, 2025, as FC Goa and Al Seeb Club face off in a crucial sports-analysis battle for a spot in the AFC Champions League Two group stage. As FC Goa prepares to make another mark in the world of Indian football, their sports-analysis and strategies under the guidance of Manolo Marquez will be crucial to overcoming the formidable challenge posed by Al Seeb Club, who hold a strong track record of success.
