FC Goa Vs Mumbai City LIVE Score, ISL 2025-26: Gaurs Cruise To 2-0 Lead As Nemil Strikes Late Before Half-Time

Mumbai's title chances could be hanging on the edge after this result as it will leave with them 18 points with FC Goa moving 2 points closer at 3rd.

Yellow card early in the second half, and it’s Brison Fernandes going into the book on 52 minutes. A late challenge, perhaps a bit over the top, and the referee doesn’t hesitate. Goa still comfortably ahead at 2-0, but that’s a reminder for them to stay disciplined while Mumbai City look for a way back.

Half-time, and the Gaurs are firmly in control at 2-0. The breakthrough around the half-hour mark had been coming, and once it arrived, Goa grew in confidence while Mumbai City struggled to respond.

Just when it looked like it would stay 1-0 going into the break, Muhammed Nemil struck deep in stoppage time to double the lead, a real blow for Mumbai City, who now have a mountain to climb in the second half.

GOOOAAALLL!!! Right at the stroke of half-time, and Goa strike again.

We’re deep into stoppage time, 45+3’, and Mumbai City just switch off for a moment… and that’s all Goa need. Muhammed Nemil arrives at the perfect time, keeps his composure, and finishes it off beautifully.

2-0 now, and this is a massive blow just before the break. Goa head into the dressing room flying, full control, full confidence. Mumbai City? They’ve got a lot to sort out, because this game is slipping away fast.

GOOOAAALLL!!! Just as the clock ticks to 29 minutes, Goa strike.

It’s been building, you could feel it coming, and now it’s here. Sahil Tavora right at the heart of it again, the move opening up before Dom Sahil Krishe De Noronha calmly finishes it off. No panic, just picks his moment and slots it in.

Goa lead 1-0, the crowd buzzing, and Mumbai City suddenly have a real problem on their hands.

FC Goa have kept the giant share of the ball in the first 20 minutes or so with Mumbai City struggling to contain the attack. The Islanders are being forced to back pedal and defend deep.

15 minutes have passed by and FC Goa has looked like a better side so, getting 3 shots already but none went on target.

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Good evening, football fans! This is the start of our live blog covering the first kick-off of ISL 2025-26 matchday 9 between FC Goa and Mumbai City FC at the Fatorda Stadium. Stay tuned for pre-match updates and line-ups as they are released.