Our Organisation
Sporting Clube de Goa — also known as the Flaming Oranje — was founded in 1999 when Goa-based businessman Peter Vaz purchased and renamed the club Cidade de Goa. Modeled after Sporting Clube de Portugal, the club has roots in Mapusa, Goa and plays home matches at Duler Stadium.
Our Leadership
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Technical Director
Savio Medeira
Savio Medeira, born on 20 March 1965, is an Indian football manager and former player, currently serving as the technical director for both the India national football team (interim) and Sporting Clube de Goa. -
Head Coach
Armando Colaço
Armando Colaço, born on 22 June 1953, is an Indian football coach and the current head coach of Sporting Clube de Goa in the I-League.
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Team Manager
Angelo Albuquerque
Anju Albuquerque, the steadfast team manager of Sporting Clube de Goa, has been a constant presence at the club for 25 years.
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CEO
Welvin Menezes
Welvin Menezes is the CEO of Sporting Clube de Goa, a leading football club in Goa, India. Under his leadership, he has played a key role in advancing the club’s operations and strategic growth, while maintaining its rich legacy.
Alumni
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Defender
Sandesh Jhingan
10
Goals
300
Appearances
In February 2015, following the 2014 ISL season, Sandesh Jhingan joined Sporting Clube de Goa on loan for the 2014–15 I-League. -
Midfielder
Rowllin Borges
17
Goals
223
Appearances
Rowllin Borges began his professional football career with Sporting Clube de Goa in 2011, making his debut against Prayag United in a 2–2 draw.
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Defender
Adil Khan
30
Goals
226
Appearances
Adil Khan joined Sporting Clube de Goa in 2008 after his time at the Sesa Football Academy. Over the course of five years, he played in various positions, primarily as a full-back and central midfielder.
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Midfielder
Pratesh Shirodkar
21
Goals
173
Appearances
[Bio needed — the source card repeats Welvin Menezes’ CEO text.]