Football enthusiasts in India are gearing up for an exciting encounter in the AFC Champions League Two as FC Goa prepares to host Al Nassr FC. The match is scheduled for October 22 at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda, Goa.
While initial excitement surrounded the potential appearance of Cristiano Ronaldo on Indian soil, fans may be disappointed to learn that he will not be traveling with the Al Nassr squad for this match. However, Al Nassr still boasts a star-studded lineup, including players like Sadio Mane and Joao Felix, who are expected to make their debut in India. Joao Felix, in particular, is coming off a recent hat-trick in the Saudi Pro League. Other notable players who may feature in the Al Nassr lineup include Kingsley Coman and former Barcelona defender Inigo Martinez.
For Indian fans eager to catch the action, the live streaming details are as follows:
- Date: October 22, 2025
- Time: 7:15 PM Indian Standard Time (IST)
- Venue: Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda, Goa
- Live Streaming: FanCode app and website
- Television Broadcast: Unfortunately, there will be no live telecast of the match on any Indian television channel.
FC Goa enters this match looking to secure their first points in Group D of the AFC Champions League Two. They have faced defeats in their previous matches against Al-Zawraa SC and FC Istiklol. On the other hand, Al Nassr has had a strong start in the tournament, winning both of their matches against the same opponents.
This is FC Goa's second foray into the AFC Champions League. In 2021, they made history by becoming the first Indian club to directly qualify for the group stage of the AFC Champions League. During that campaign, they recorded their first goal in the competition against Persepolis FC.
The AFC Champions League Two follows a group stage format where teams compete against each other in home and away fixtures. The top two teams from each group will then advance to the round of 16, which is scheduled for February 2026. The subsequent stages, including the quarter-finals and semi-finals, will be held in March and April, respectively. The final match is set to take place on May 16 at a neutral venue.
The clash between FC Goa and Al Nassr promises to be an exciting one, with FC Goa aiming to overcome the challenge posed by the Saudi Arabian giants. Despite the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo, the presence of other star players in the Al Nassr squad guarantees a high level of competition.
