Hawally, Kuwait: FC Goa clinched a vital 2-1 victory against Bangladesh's Fortis FC in their second AFC Challenge League 2026-27 Group C match on Tuesday. This win at the Mohammed Al Hamad Stadium in Hawally has reignited the AIFF Super Cup champions' campaign, especially after their initial 1-2 loss to Tajikistan's FC Regar-TadAZ.

The Gaurs displayed aggressive intent from the start. Jorge Ortiz opened the scoring in the sixth minute, capitalizing on Udanta Singh Kumam's cross. Ortiz continued to press, creating several chances. Despite Fortis FC's equalizer in the 78th minute by Rafayel Tudu, FC Goa quickly regained their composure. Francisco Feuillassier set up Chiki for the decisive goal in the 85th minute, lifting the ball over the goalkeeper into the top corner.

The match saw Fortis FC's Essa Jallow sent off in added time. FC Goa now faces a critical match against Kuwait's Qadsia SC on Friday. Only group winners and the best second-placed team across the West Zone's three groups will advance to the quarter-finals, making this upcoming fixture a must-win for the Goan side.

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