The 2025-26 Indian Super League season officially kicks off today with a high-stakes double-header, and all eyes are on the Fatorda Stadium as FC Goa welcomes league newcomers Inter Kashi to the top flight.
How to watch anywhere with VPN
If you are travelling abroad or just want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may run into geo-restrictions. This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.
A VPN, such as ExpressVPN, allows you to establish a secure, encrypted connection online. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is being broadcast, you can bypass blackout restrictions and watch your favourite team live. Click here for a step-by-step guide or, alternatively, check out GOAL's guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.
Coming off the back of consecutive Super Cup triumphs, the Gaurs will look to exert their dominance early, but they face an intriguing challenge in Antonio Lopez Habas’ side, who are eager to make a statement in their debut ISL appearance. As the league returns in a unique, truncated single-leg format, every point is vital from the first whistle.
FC Goa vs Inter Kashi kick-off time
Today's game between FC Goa and Inter Kashi will kick-off at 14 Feb 2026, 7:30 pm.
Team news & squads
Form
FC Goa enters the 2025-26 campaign with a settled core under the guidance of Manolo Márquez, who has returned to his club duties full-time after stepping down from the Indian national team. The Gaurs have successfully retained the veteran leadership of captain Sandesh Jhingan, who led the squad in accepting pay cuts to ensure the club’s participation in this unique, truncated season. Having defended their Super Cup title in late 2025, Goa remains the team to beat, though they must now navigate the league without several key foreign stars like Borja Herrera and Iker Guarrotxena, who departed during the winter window. The goal-scoring burden now rests heavily on the clinical Javier Siverio and the creative spark of Mohammad Yasir.
Inter Kashi, making their historic ISL debut after a sensational I-League title-winning run, have built a squad designed for immediate impact. Led by the legendary Antonio López Habas, the most successful coach in ISL history, the newcomers have blended proven Indian experience with sharp foreign recruitment. Key signings like Nishu Kumar and the versatile Prabir Das bolster the defense, while Spanish midfielder Sergio Llamas is expected to pull the strings in the center. Up front, Lithuanian international Nauris Petkevičius will spearhead the attack as the "Warriors of Kashi" look to make a statement in this single-leg, 13-match sprint to the finish.
Head-to-Head Record
Standings
Step-by-step VPN guide to watch FC Goa vs Inter Kashi today
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- Download & Install: Sign up to ExpressVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
- Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
- Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
- Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.
How to watch on the Big Screen
Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belongs on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:
- Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
- Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.



