Indian Super League (ISL) team FC Goa lost their second group stage clash of the AFC Champions League Two in Hisor on Wednesday as they lost to Istiklol FC 0-2.

Rustam Soirov and Reza Dehghani were on the scoresheet for the hosts in the second half as Manolo Marquez’s men were punished for lapses in concentration at either ends of the field, according to a press release from ISL.

The home side set the tone of the match from the outset, dominating possession and condemning the Gaurs to defend deep inside their own half. Marquez’s side did well to absorb the pressure and keep Istiklol at arm’s length.

FC Goa had a big chance to take the lead in the 22nd minute when a corner fell to the feet of Pol Moreno. The defender shot on the turn but couldn’t keep his shot down as it flew just over t

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