NEW DELHI: FC Goa secured a 1-0 victory against Punjab FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25, on Thursday, February 27, 2025. 

The Gaurs moved to 45 points in 22 games thus solidifying their grip over the second spot, which could guarantee them a straight semi-final berth. 

They are now ahead of the third and fourth placed Bengaluru FC and Jamshedpur FC, respectively, by eight points each, though the latter have three games in hand to cut that deficit. Punjab FC are at the 11th place with 24 points from 22 encounters.

Carl McHugh was successful in finding the back of the net at the brink of the conclusion of the first essay of the game. Udanta Singh delivered a long throw-in for the Irish midfielder, who was looking to break into the Punjab FC box with a quick sprint.

McHugh met the delivery properly, drilling the ball into the bottom left corner with his left foot to get the Gaurs a goal ahead going into the half-time break.

FC Goa will play their next game against Mohammedan SC on March 4, whereas Punjab FC are set to feature against Hyderabad FC on March 6. 

(Courtesy: ISL Media Team)