PANAJI
FC Goa went down fighting in their first pre-season game as they succumbed to a 1-3 defeat to Bangu Atletico Clube. Head Coach Zico took to Instagram to express his views on the game, hailing his side's effort.
Zico also hailed recently signed former Sao Paulo midfielder as "head of our signings" in the post. "Good test for the first 10 days of work. Bangu 3-1 FC Goa. In the photo is goal from our (player) Cardoso (Fulganco) goal and Richarlyson, head of our signings," Zico's instagram post stated.
The Gaurs have a total of six pre-season games scheduled before they return to Goa on September 25 from Rio de Janeiro. FC Goa take on CR Flamengo on Wednesday and then face Boa Vista FC the very next day, which shall feature a different starting XI in Zico's attempt to give every squad member some valuable game time.
