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AFC Champions League 2021 - Persepolis FC vs FC Goa LIVE: Live Blog, Commentary, Score, Result, Updates and Reactions
It's FC Goa's third match of the group stages and this one is against Iran's Persepolis FC. Catch all the action from the match on our LIVE Blog right here.
FC Goa side (Source: AFC)
After becoming the first team in the AFC Champions League's history to draw their first two games, FC Goa take on Iran's Persepolis FC in their third match of the group stages tonight. Two goalless draws against seemingly better opponents might be decent results but Juan Ferrando's side will be looking to make the most of the momentum that they have generated following an impressive attacking display against Al Wahda in their second game. But will they be able to put their chances away tonight against arguably the best team in the group?
Catch all the action from the match right here on our LIVE Blog. Kick-off is at 10:30 pm and we will be there with you all the way as the Gaurs look to create history. Stay tuned and watch this space.
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Live Updates
- 20 April 2021 6:13 PM GMT
An interesting first 10 minutes to start off..
55 minutes in and it is getting spicy with both sets of players not afraid to use their physicality.. Goa have to maintain their composure now.
- 20 April 2021 6:05 PM GMT
Persepolis put it in but OFFSIDE..
A flowing move from the Iranians sees the ball nestle into the back of the net but it is Offside.. Close shave for FC Goa. Still 2-1.
- 20 April 2021 6:03 PM GMT
20secs in, a chance..!!
Dheeraj forced into a save as Torabi tests him with a header from close range..
- 20 April 2021 5:58 PM GMT
As we wait for the second half..!!
An intriguing second period awaits us at the Fatorda. Will FC Goa be able to achieve parity on the night and even go on to win it?
- 20 April 2021 5:48 PM GMT
HALF TIME
Go take a break and get your refreshments sorted....
Half-Time in Goa as Persepolis go into the break with a 2-1 lead. An interesting second half in the offing..
- 20 April 2021 5:43 PM GMT
SAVED by Dheeraj
Brilliant save by Dheeraj who keeps out the shot from the spot.
Still 2-1
- 20 April 2021 5:42 PM GMT
Another Penalty for Persepolis..
Gonzalez brings down Shiamak inside the box and the inevitable happens..
- 20 April 2021 5:40 PM GMT
Just wide from Shahriyar..
40'
What a chance for Persepolis..!!
Shahriyar finds himself with just Dheeraj in front of him and tries to place it at the far post but misses.
