Where to watch FC Goa vs Al Zawraa?

On 17th September 2025, the Fatorda Stadium will be alive in support of FC Goa as they take on Al Zawraa from Iraq in their group-stage opener of the AFC Champions League Two. This is the second time Goa will be on a continental campaign, in comparison to the historic experience in 2020/21. Most importantly, this will be the first time fans will witness FC Goa on one of Asia's most prestigious club stages, and it is sure to be a monumental moment.
For FC Goa, this match is more than about the three points; it is about making a statement against experienced teams from the Asian continent. For Al Zawraa, who enters the competition for the sixth time and is the most successful club in Iraq, it is important to establish their credentials as a strong mixing team. As both teams enter the contest with different strengths on the pitch, it will make for an anticipated match where the high intensity of the contest will surely fatigue players under the lights.

Team News

FC Goa:
Injury Issues: Sandesh Jhingan is likely a doubtful participant with a facial injury.

Key Players: The anchor of their defense and midfield is likely to be David Timor and Pol Moreno, while the movement of striker Javi Siverio in & around the box could be extremely important. Foreign signings of Timor, Moreno, and Siverio are expected to start. Manolo Marquez, their coach, will likely deploy them in a compact formation and focus on discipline in set-pieces and transitions.

Al Zawraa:
Squad Overhaul: 12 new signings for the summer, and also a new coach in Abdul Ghani Shahzad.

Key Players: National Team captain and goalkeeper for Iraq is Jalal Hassan, playmaker Mohammed Qasim, and Raziq Bani Hani as a forward. Strengths: Aerial capabilities, physical play, and their ability to win second balls. Expect Al Zawraa to press high and use their physical advantage on set-pieces.

Form Guide

FC Goa: The Gaurs come off the back of narrowly defeating Al Seeb 2-1 in the qualifying round. Having had a solid preseason and winning the Kalinga Super Cup 2024, they do have sharpness, but will still be adjusting to the intensity of competition. One aspect to praise in particular has been their defensive resilience, conceding just once in their past three matches.
Al Zawraa: Domestically consistent, finishing as runners-up in the Iraqi Premier League. They have plenty of international experience and are unbeaten in their past five competitive matches. Recently having revamped their squad since last year, they have quickly gelled and are confident of being able to make a statement at this early stage in the game.

Match Preview

This matchup features two very different styles of football, Goa's possession-related, structured play countered by Al Zawraa's physical and aerial superiority.
Key matchups: Timor vs Qasim in controlling the midfield. Pol Moreno vs Bani Hani in leaping for aerial balls. Siverio vs Jalal Hassan in the penalty area.
FC Goa will rely on the energy of their fans, quick changes of play, and a compact defensive block. Al Zawraa will count on being more physical than their opponents, transition play, and set pieces. If Goa can handle initiatives in the air from Al Zawraa and find opportunities to counterattack, they could change the momentum of the match.

How to Watch the FC Goa vs Al Zawraa Game?

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FC Goa vs Al Zawraa Predicted Lineups

Here are Sportsdunia's FC Goa vs Al Zawraa predicted Lineups:

FC Goa Predicted Lineup

B. Jackson; S. Fernandes, Pol Moreno, S. Jhingan, A. Sangwan; David Timor, Brandon Fernandes; Iker Guarrotxena, Noah Sadaoui, M. Yasir; Javi Siverio

Al Zawraa Predicted Lineup

Jalal Hassan; K. Raad, M. Jabbar, S. Mohammed Mahdi, S. Mohammed Fadhil; H. Falah, C. Bitang, Mohammed Qasim; Hussein Lawend, Reziq Bani Hani, A. Yousif Hashim.

FC Goa vs Al Zawraa Kick-Off Time

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