FC Goa vs. Al-Seeb FC: AFC Champions League Two Clash for Group Stage Spot
Indian club FC Goa face Oman’s Al-Seeb FC in the preliminary round of the 2025–26 AFC Champions League Two on August 13 in Goa, with the winner earning a coveted group-stage berth and a chance to face giants like Al-Nassr.
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FC Goa return to continental competition this August 13, hosting Al-Seeb FC of Oman at Goa’s Fatorda Stadium in a high-stakes AFC Champions League Two preliminary playoff. The victor will book their place in the group stage, joining renowned clubs across Asia—including Al-Nassr, led by Cristiano Ronaldo.
Historic Return: This is Goa’s first appearance in AFC competitions since featuring in the Champions League group stage in 2021.
Road to Asia: Their Super Cup win earned them this continental berth.
What’s at Stake: A victory grants access to the ACL Two group stage, raising the club's international profile.
About the Opponents: Al-Seeb FC
Rise in Omani Football: Founded in 1972 and registering officially in 2002, Al-Seeb have dominated domestic competitions—winning four of the last six league titles and four Sultan Qaboos Cups.
Continental Glory: Their biggest success came in 2022, when they won the AFC Cup (now Champions League Two), completing a treble in the same season.
Head-to-Head & Tactical Landscape
First Meeting: It’s the debut clash between these clubs, and Al-Seeb’s first encounter with an Indian outfit.
Tactical Setup: Under coach Nikola Djurovic, Al-Seeb typically deploy a balanced 4-2-3-1 system that blends offensive prowess with defensive stability.
Match Essentials
Date & Time: Wednesday, 13 August 2025, kick-off at 7:30 PM IST.
Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda, Goa.
Broadcast: Available live in India via Khel Now TV’s YouTube channel only.
Coach’s Corner
FC Goa’s head coach Manolo Márquez has expressed unwavering belief in his squad’s ability to overcome Al-Seeb, despite acknowledging the opponents’ strength.
