oi-Prateek Bannerjee
East Bengal FC are up against FC Goa in a pivotal encounter at the Salt Lake Stadium (Yuba Bharati Krirangan) on Thursday, 5 March, 2026.
The Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 season continues its thrilling run as 5th-placed East Bengal FC hosts 3rd FC Goa in a Matchday fixture which is more than just a league game; it is a battle for redemption for the hosts and a chance for the visitors to solidify their top-three standing.
East Bengal enters this game under pressure following a narrow 2-1 loss to Jamshedpur FC. Head coach Oscar Bruzon has expressed concerns over the 5:00 P.M. kick-off time during the month of Ramadan, but remains confident in his squad’s ability to “defend the fortress.” Meanwhile, Manolo Marquez’s FC Goa arrives in clinical form, fresh from a 1-0 victory over SC Delhi and boasting a formidable historical record against the Red and Gold Brigade.
The Gaurs’ “possession-heavy” style will test East Bengal’s discipline, especially in the sweltering 5 PM humidity of Kolkata. If the hosts can exploit the attacks through Youssef Ezzejjari, they might finally snap their losing streak against the Goan outfit.
East Bengal vs FC Goa: Head-to-head record in the ISL
Games played in the ISL: 10
Won by East Bengal: 1
Won by FC Goa: 7
Draws: 2
East Bengal FC vs FC Goa Predicted Final XIs:
East Bengal FC: Prabhsukhan Gill (GK), Jay Gupta, Anwar Ali, Jeakson Singh, Lalchungnunga, Bipin Singh, Mohammed Rashid, Anton Søjberg, Edmund Lalrindika, Miguel Figueira, Youssef Ezzejjari
FC Goa: Hrithik Tiwari (GK), Aakash Sangwan, Sandesh Jhingan, Pol Moreno, Boris Singh, Brison Fernandes, Ayush Chhetri, Sahil Tavora, Udanta Singh, Dejan Drazic, Ishan Pandita
East Bengal FC vs FC Goa ISL 2025-26 Schedule
What is the date for the East Bengal FC vs FC Goa ISL 2025-26 match?
The match is going to take place on Thursday, 5 March, 2026.
When will East Bengal FC vs FC Goa ISL 2025-26 match start?
The match will start at 5:00 P.M. in India on Thursday, 5 March, 2026.
Where will the East Bengal FC vs FC Goa ISL 2025-26 match be played?
The match will be played at the Salt Lake Stadium (Yuba Bharati Krirangan), Kolkata.
East Bengal vs FC Goa Live Streaming: How to Watch ISL 2025-26 Match on TV and Online
The match will be broadcasted live on Sony Sports Network and live-streamed on the FanCode app and website in India from 5 PM IST on Thursday (March 5).
<![CDATA[]]>
Get breaking news alerts.
Allow Notifications
You have already subscribed
Story first published: Thursday, March 5, 2026, 16:09 [IST]
About the Author
