Indian Super League 2024-25: Brison Fernandes’ Brace Powers FC Goa to 4-2 Win Over Odisha FC

Brison Fernandes scored twice, leading FC Goa to a 4-2 victory over Odisha FC in their Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 match on Saturday. As a result, FC Goa moved up to third in the standings with 25 points. They also extended their unbeaten streak in away games to seven matches. Moreover, this was Manolo Marquez’s first away win as FC Goa’s head coach. On the other hand, Odisha FC remains winless in their last 11 encounters with FC Goa.

Early Goal from Brison Fernandes

The match started strongly for FC Goa. In the eighth minute, Brison Fernandes teamed up with Iker Guarrotxena inside the penalty area. When Odisha’s Mourtada Fall lost possession, the ball fell perfectly into Brison’s path. He controlled it with his chest and then calmly drilled it into the bottom right corner, giving FC Goa a 1-0 lead.

Odisha FC Equalizes

However, Odisha FC quickly responded. In the 29th minute, Jerry Lalrinzuala was fouled inside the penalty box. This earned him a penalty kick. Notably, this was Jerry’s 150th ISL appearance. Ahmed Jahouh stepped up and executed a panenka-style penalty, catching FC Goa goalkeeper Hrithik Tiwari off-guard. The score was now 1-1.

FC Goa Regains the Lead

Before halftime, FC Goa regained the lead. Iker Guarrotxena made a clever run down the left side, drawing the attention of the Odisha defense. His shot was blocked, but the ball fell to Udanta Singh. Without hesitation, Udanta controlled the ball and placed it into the bottom right corner, making it 2-1 for FC Goa.

Brison Fernandes Bags a Brace

In the 53rd minute, FC Goa extended their lead. Brison Fernandes scored again, completing his brace. He received the ball from Sandesh Jhingan, turned quickly, and fired a shot into the top right corner from outside the box. His second goal made it 3-1.

Own Goal by Amey Ranawade

FC Goa added to their tally just minutes later. In the 56th minute, Iker crossed the ball into the box for Brison. However, Odisha’s Amey Ranawade accidentally sent the ball into his own net, giving FC Goa a 4-1 lead.

Odisha FC Pulls One Back

Odisha FC did manage to grab a second goal in the 62nd minute. Jerry Mawihmingthanga converted a cross from Thoiba Singh with a header, making it 4-2.

In the end, FC Goa secured the 4-2 victory, with Brison Fernandes’ brace playing a crucial role in their triumph.