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FATORDA: NorthEast United FC edged past FC Goa 2-1 in an intense final group-stage clash of Super Cup 2025 at the Nehru Stadium, here, on Saturday.
Despite the defeat, FC Goa had already secured their place in the semi-finals, while NorthEast ended their campaign on a high with a determined performance built on discipline and sharp finishing.
The first half was a tightly contested affair, with Goa dominating possession but struggling to find a breakthrough. NorthEast United remained compact in defence, frustrating the hosts and limiting them to shots from distance. Both sides went into the break locked at nil-nil after a cagey opening forty-five minutes.The second half brought the game to life.
RESULT
FC Goa 1 (Sahil Tavora 72′)
NorthEast United FC 2 (Chema Núñez 68′, Robin Yadav 76′)
