Overview
- East Bengal attempted 20 shots, including 16 from outside the box, but could not find a breakthrough as Mohamad Rashid struck the crossbar.
- FC Goa generated six attempts and prioritized compact defending and counterattacks to limit clear chances.
- Early key moments included Anwar Ali’s recovery tackle on Ishan Pandita and Prabhsukhan Singh Gill’s stop from Brison Fernandes.
- Boris Singh hit the post during Goa’s best first‑half spell before the game tightened after the interval.
- Miguel Ferreira was named Player of the Match, and the result was described as the first stalemate between these sides.