Mohammedan SC vs FC Goa, Indian Super League 2026, Today Match Prediction

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Much like their debut campaign, Mohammedan SC began ISL season two with a 1–0 defeat — this time conceding as early as the ninth minute against Jamshedpur. What followed was underwhelming in attack, with the Black Panthers managing just 0.24 xG and failing to register a single shot on target. 

Defensively, however, they showed grit, absorbing pressure from 14 shots and limiting the damage despite an xGA of 1.35. While the blunt attack raises concerns, their resilience at the back could yet help them grind out a result against a strong FC Goa side.

The positive for the Black Panthers is a clean bill of health, giving manager Wadoo the luxury of continuity. Expect a largely unchanged XI on Friday night, lining up once again in his trusted 4-1-4-1 setup.

Key Player

Subhajit Bhattacharjee was one of the few bright spots in the opener, pulling off two crucial saves to keep Mohammedan in the contest. With another tough test looming, the goalkeeper is likely to be busy again — and could well be the Black Panthers’ key figure on the night.

Mohammedan SC Probable XI - Subhajit Bhattacharjee (GK); Mondal, Gaurav Bora, Pukhrambam Meitei, Parray, Amarjit Singh Kiyam, Fanai, Mahitosh Roy, Ragui, Rotluanga, Thokchom Adison Singh. 

FC Goa Preview

FC Goa’s bid to begin with a statement win against ISL newcomers was stalled by Inter Kashi, as the Gaurs were held to a 1–1 draw. A flat first half saw them trail after creating little and being outshot, but the tide turned after the break, sparked by Abdul Rabeeh’s lively cameo that injected pace and intent. Still, it took a Dejan Drazic penalty to rescue a point — a goal that already matches his tally from last season.

Given how the game unfolded, Manuel Márquez is likely to reward Abdul Rabeeh with a start after his lively cameo changed the tempo in the second half. With no injury or suspension concerns, Goa are expected to stick largely to the same XI, with Moreno and Drazic once again filling  the overseas quota. 

Key Player

With limited overseas firepower available, much rests on Dejan Drazic, and he delivered in the opener, earning MVP honors with two shots on target and the decisive goal. The Serbian will be expected to lead the line with the same cutting edge again.

FC Goa Probable XI - ​Hrithik Tiwari (GK);  Boris Singh, Sandesh Jhingan, Pol Moreno, Aakash Sangwan, Sahil Tavora, Harsh Patre, Mohammad Yasir, Dejan Drazic, Brison Fernandes, Ishan Pandita.