Kolkata: FC Goa put on a clinical performance at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan yesterday, securing a decisive 2-0 victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club in their Indian Super League (ISL) encounter. Despite playing in front of a passionate home crowd, Mohammedan SC struggled to contain the visitors' early aggression and tactical discipline.

The "Gaurs" took control of the narrative from the opening whistle, leaving the Black and White Brigade chasing shadows for much of the game. It took only 4 minutes for the deadlock to be broken. Spanish defender Pohl Moreno found the back of the net with a precise finish, capitalizing on a lapse in the home side's concentration during a set-piece.

Mohammedan’s defensive woes deepened in the 32nd minute when a foul inside the box resulted in a penalty. Dejan Dražić stepped up to the spot and calmly converted, making it 2-0 before the halftime whistle.Throughout the match, the Mohammedan backline remained under siege. While they attempted a few counter-attacks, the structural integrity of FC Goa’s midfield and defense proved too difficult to breach.

This defeat leaves Mohammedan Sporting Club in a precarious position. As they struggle to find consistency in their maiden ISL campaign, this loss adds significant pressure on their standing in the league table. Conversely, the three points allow FC Goa to climb higher, reaffirming their status as serious contenders this season.