FC Goa part ways with striker Armando Sadiku

IANS April 14, 2025 179 views

FC Goa has announced the departure of Albanian striker Armando Sadiku. Despite a strong start, Sadiku faced challenges in the latter half of the season, scoring only twice in 17 matches. Nevertheless, he ended as FC Goa's top scorer, playing a crucial role in their successful league campaign. The club now focuses on their upcoming Kalinga Super Cup match against Gokulam Kerala FC.

"FC Goa and Armando Sadiku have mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect" - Club Statement
Margao, April 14: Indian Super League (ISL) side FC Goa have announced the departure of forward Armando Sadiku ahead of the Kalinga Super Cup 2025.

Key Points

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Armando Sadiku scored 10 goals in 24 ISL matches

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Struggled in latter season with 2 goals in 17 games

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FC Goa finished second in league stage with 48 points

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Gaurs to face Gokulam Kerala FC in Kalinga Super Cup

The Albanian striker, who joined the Gaurs this season after winning the League Shield with MBSG last year, scored 10 goals in 24 ISL appearances. The lethal goalscorer took the league by storm with a fiery start, netting eight goals in his first seven consecutive games.

"FC Goa and Armando Sadiku have mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect," read the statement by the club on social media.

However, Sadiku struggled to find the back of the net in the latter part of the season, scoring only two goals in his next 17 matches. His final goal for the Gaurs came against Bengaluru FC in the second-leg semi-final, where he levelled the aggregate score immediately after coming off the bench before Sunil Chhetri netted the winner for the Blues in stoppage time.

Despite the dry spell, Sadiku remained a key figure in FC Goa's attack. He finished as the Gaurs' top scorer this season, averaging 14 passes per game, creating 19 chances, and providing two assists.

FC Goa recorded one of their best-ever league stage finishes, racking up 48 points to secure second place on the table. The Gaurs' journey ended narrowly in the semi-finals, edged out 3-2 on aggregate by Bengaluru FC and it was midfielder Brison Fernandes who pulled the strings for the team and was rewarded with the Emerging Player of the Season award.

Across 24 appearances, he scored 7 goals and registered 2 assists, while also creating 27 chances, completing 25 key passes and winning 74 duels - numbers that underline his impact in the heart of midfield.

FC Goa will now look to regroup as they prepare to take on Gokulam Kerala FC in the Round of 16 of the Kalinga Super Cup on April 21.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Sadiku started like a house on fire 🔥 but really fizzled out in the second half of the season. Still, 10 goals isn't bad - wish him all the best for his next club!
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Priya M.
As a longtime FC Goa fan, I'm a bit disappointed with this decision. Yes, his form dipped, but who else was scoring for us? The management better have a solid replacement lined up.
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Suresh T.
That goal against Bengaluru was pure class! Came on as sub and immediately changed the game. Will miss watching him play for Goa âš½
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Anjali D.
Respectful criticism: The club should've given him more time to adapt. Foreign strikers often need a season to settle in India. His work rate was always 100% even when not scoring.
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Vikram J.
Excited to see who we bring in next! With Brison developing so well in midfield, we just need a consistent finisher up front to challenge for the title next season 💙
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Neha P.
His first 7 games were magical to watch! That hattrick against Kerala was something special. Hope he finds his form again wherever he goes next 🤞

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