FC Goa announce full squad for ISL 2026-27 season
On 10 October 2026, FC Goa announced their complete squad for the Indian Super League 2026-27 season as they prepare to open the campaign against the Marina Machans at the Fatorda Stadium in Goa. The club will play its home games in ISL 2026-27 at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda.
After Manolo Marquez parted ways with the Gaurs, Gouramangi Singh was appointed as the head coach. The Gaurs finished seventh last season, and Gouramangi will have big responsibilities on his shoulders to bring back the old golden days for the Gaurs. Gouramangi Singh is coach for ISL 2026-27.
Most of their foreign players are from Spain, including the likes of Chiki from FC Cartagena. Jorge Ortiz will make his return to India and Goa. Franchu has made a move from Kerala Blasters. Alex Zalaya and Alex Vallejo will have defensive duties.
Goalkeepers: Bob Jackson Raj, Lara Sharma, Lionel Daryl Rymmei
Defenders: Aakash Sangwan, Konsam Akash Singh, Nim Dorjee Tamang, Pedro Alejandro Zalaya Galardon, Ronney Willson Kharbudon, Rudra Ved, Sandesh Jhingan, Saveme Tariang, Sitroy Carvalho
Midfielders: Alexander Vallejo Minguez, Haobam Tomba Singh, Harsh Shailesh Patre, Mervin Domnic Fernandes, Prachit Gaonkar, Vellington Marcos Fernandes, Franchu, Udanta Singh
Forwards: Christian Borrego Isabel, Haodamlian Vaiphei, Isak Vanlalruatfela, Jorge Ortiz Mendoza, KC Malsawmsanga, Muhammed Nemil Valiyattil
Goa have added domestic players including Rudra Ved from Shillong Lajong and Isak Vanlalruatfela from Odisha FC. KC Malsawmsanga has made a move from Chanmari, whereas Haobam Tomba Singh came from Inter Kashi. These signings are included on the club's season roster.
After taking on Chennaiyin, Goa will play an away game against Inter Kashi. On 13th December 2026, ISL will witness its first-ever Goan derby between Churchill Brothers and FC Goa. Fans can watch #MGISL13 live on YouTube, Sony Sports and SonyLIV.
FC Goa begin their ISL 2026-27 campaign against the Marina Machans at the Fatorda Stadium and will follow that fixture with matches including Chennaiyin and an away trip to Inter Kashi, with the scheduled Goan derby against Churchill Brothers on 13th December 2026.
