FC Goa's campaign in the AFC Challenge League 2026-27 concluded with a 2-1 defeat to hosts Qadsia SC at the Mohammed Al Hamad Stadium in Hawally, Kuwait. This loss in their final Group C match on Friday saw the Indian club finish third in their group, securing three points from a solitary win against Bangladesh's Fortis FC.

The Gaurs, who had previously lost to Tajikistan's FC Regar-TadAZ, faced a strong Qadsia side that dominated the group with a perfect record, securing their spot in the quarter-finals. The Kuwaiti team took an early lead in the 10th minute through Hamza Khabba's diving header.

Despite struggling to create clear-cut opportunities, FC Goa found an equalizer in the 21st minute when Chiki capitalized on a corner kick. However, Qadsia SC reclaimed their lead shortly after halftime, in the 49th minute, with a well-placed curling effort from Bader Al Mutawa following a swift exchange with Khabba. Qadsia continued to press, hitting the post late in the game, ultimately sealing FC Goa's exit from the continental competition.

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