Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa ISL 2024-25 Semi-final 1 First Leg Match Preview: Head-to-head Stats, Previous Records

The Indian Super League 2024-25 Knockout round concluded with Bengaluru FC and Jamshedpur FC marching into the tournament's semi-finals.

Bengaluru FC, who originally finished third in the league stage, crushed Mumbai City FC 5-0 in the first knockout to storm into the semi-finals, and they are set to go against the league runners-up FC Goa, posing a new challenge.

From possible starting XIs to Previous records, here is everything you need to know about the Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa semi-final 1, first leg match in the ISL 2024-25.

Match Details 

Match: Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa - ISL 2024-25, Semi-final 1 First Leg

Date: 2 April 2025

Time: 7:30 pm IST

Venue: Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru

Broadcasting and Streaming Details

The live telecast of the match will be available on the Star Sports 3 TV Channel. The live streaming will also be available on the JioHostar App and website.

Team News and Injury Updates: Bengaluru FC

Bengaluru FC showed no mercy on Mumbai City FC in the first knockout match in the ISL 2024-25 play-offs, thrashing the defending cup winners 5-0 to secure a well-deserved semi-finals berth.

Suresh Singh Wangjam, Edgar Mendez, Ryan Williams, Sunil Chhetri, and Jorge Pereyra Diaz each scored a goal to run riot over the Islanders, stamping a clean-sheet as well.

Despite a tumultuous run in the league stage this season, Bengaluru finished third on the leaderboard, having bagged 38 points in 24 matches. The Blues secured third place due to better head-to-head stats against the fourth and fifth-placed teams.

"My message to the team and to the fans, is here. Together. I said before the match that I wanted a party, and we enjoyed that. In four days we have another party." 🗓️

"Together. That is the message."

Bengaluru, ಬನ್ನಿ: https://t.co/Q6gHTBx0AB 🎟️#WeAreBFC #BFCFCG #ISLPlayoffs… pic.twitter.com/XfxlGE1rTE

— Bengaluru FC (@bengalurufc) March 30, 2025

However, head coach Gerard Zaragoza has a strong squad available for the semi-final clashes against FC Goa. Despite Vinith Venkatesh having suffered a knock against Mumbai, he might be available for the first leg. However, Bengaluru's second-choice keeper, Lalthuammawia Ralte, is still unavailable after suffering an injury in late February this year.

Bengaluru have not won a game against FC Goa in their last five meetings, and the Blues aim to change that as the first leg takes place at their home stadium.

Team News and Injury Updates: FC Goa

FC Goa produced a consistent season, leading up to the second-place finish in the league stage with 48 points in 24 games, assuring a direct semi-finals qualification. 

Through fire and fury, the #Gaurs stood tall and proud! 🔥

Watch #ISLPlayoffs LIVE only on @JioHotstar, #StarSports3, and #AsianetPlus! 📺#ISL #LetsFootball #FCGoa pic.twitter.com/BtihS1mY3F

— Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) March 31, 2025

The Gaurs will look to ensure a lead, with the first leg being an away game. They will also leave no stone unturned to capitalize on the second-leg advantage at home, but they need to continue their league-stage unbeaten record against Bengaluru this season.

As we prepare for the First Leg of our #BFCFCG Semi-Finals, hear what our Head Coach Manolo Marquez & Midfielder Carl McHugh had to say in the Pre-Match Press Conference 🗣🔥

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— FC Goa (@FCGoaOfficial) March 31, 2025

Having played their last game almost a month ago, head coach Manolo Marquez will have a fully fit squad available for the first leg.

The Gaurs will have to be very well-armoured for the Bengaluru challenge, as they have gained momentum, but the FC Goa side are adamant to clinch their long-coveted ISL Cup.

Head-to-Head Stats and Previous Records 

FC Goa have remained unbeaten in both encounters against Bengaluru FC this season. On 2 November 2024, FC Goa marked a dominating 3-0 victory over Bengaluru FC at the Fatorda Stadium in Goa. Armando Sadiku, Brison Fernandes, and Dejan Drazic scored for the home side.

In the return leg played on 14 December 2024, Bengaluru and Goa played out a thrilling 2-2 draw at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium. Ryan Williams and Jorge Pereyra Diaz scored for the Blues, whereas Sandesh Jhingan and Sahil Tavora scored for the away side.

#FCGoa are still chasing their first win at Sree Kanteerava Stadium! 😤

Can they break the streak?

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— Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) March 31, 2025

Head-to-Head Stats

Matches played: 20

Bengaluru FC won: 6

FC Goa: 5

Draws: 9

Last five Meetings: Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa

Predicted XIs

Bengaluru FC

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (GK); Naorem Roshan Singh, Chinglensana, Rahul Bheke, Namgyal Bhutia; Suresh Singh Wangjam, Alberto Noguera, Pedro Capo; Sunil Chhetri, Edgar Mendez, Ryan Williams 

FC Goa 

Hrithik Tiwari (GK); Aakash Sangwan, Sandesh Jhingan, Odei Onaindia, Boris Singh; Carl McHugh, Ayush Dev Chhetri; Brison Fernandes, Borja Herrera, Udanta Singh; Iker Guarrotxena