Overview
- Reziq Bani Hani struck in the 44th minute and Nizar Alrashdan scored in stoppage time to secure the points for the Iraqi side.
- The Group D match at Fatorda saw early danger for Goa with Mohammed Qasim rattling the crossbar and goalkeeper Hrithik Tiwari making key saves.
- Captain Sandesh Jhinghan missed out with a facial injury, prompting coach Manolo Marquez to rely on recent foreign recruits in core positions.
- Al Zawraa’s captain and goalkeeper Jalal Hassan kept out efforts from Ayush Chhetri and Javier Siverio as Goa failed to finish their chances.
- Goa’s next Group D fixture is against FC Istiklol on October 1, with viewing in India available via Fancode streaming and no TV telecast.