The young keeper is in his first season at FC Goa after impressing in the trials conducted in 2018. A steady keeper known for his shot-blocking, the youngster has been on the books of South United FC, Shillong Lajong, Ozone FC, Bengaluru FC and Alcobendas.

Having started off as a striker, the former DSK Shivajian youth prodigy will look to follow in the paths of Mohammad Nawaz, who starred for the team last season. A fan of Manuel Neuer, Shubham has already made his mark as a prolific shot-stopper.

A young centre back, Jude Cardozo was promoted from the U18 team at the beginning of the season. A Sergio Ramos, the youngster was previously with Dempo before becoming a Gaur in 2017.

The young defender joined FC Goa in 2017 after successful trials saw him get drafted into the U18 side. Featuring mainly in the U20 GFA League this season, the right back came through the ranks at Salgaocar and is a fan of John Terry.

Hailing from Bicholim, Kapil joined FC Goa this season from Dempo. A winger known for his trickery on the ball, the Crisitiano Ronaldo-fan has already represented Goa in the Santosh Trophy.

One of the quickest players on the team, Vincy made a real mark for the U18 side last season. Consequently, the N’Golo Kante-fan has been promoted to the developmental team this season.

Aaren D’Silva was one of the highest scorers in the Goa Pro League in 2016/17. A fan of Cristiano Ronaldo, the 22-year-old has already represented Goa in the Santosh Trophy.

A central midfielder by trade, Kingslee Fernandes has already played in the I-League for Churchill Brothers alongside two FC Goa stalwarts, viz. Brandon Fernandes and Seriton Fernandes.

Known for his composed play at the centre of the part, he was one of the players chosen by Sergio Lobera to train with the first team in Spain ahead of the 2017/18 season.

Having already represented India at the youth level, Hayden Fernandes joined FC Goa last season from the AIFF Elite Academy. Known for his shooting skills from distance, the Andres Iniesta fan was a part of the FC Goa team in the 2nd Division I-League last season.

A hard-working midfielder, Nestor Dias has proved to be time and again a real team man who is able to fit most positions. A fan of FC Barcelona, Nestor has seen himself spend most of his time in central midfield.

Hailing from the DSK Shivajians academy, Jonathan Cardozo has already made his ISL bow for FC Goa when he played against NorthEast United last season. The right-back was also able to bag the Emerging Player of The Match award in the game for his assist to Mandar Rao Dessai. He was part of the contingent that flew out to Spain for the pre-season in 2017.

A versatile player, Brian Faria has been able to add a real grit in the team through his sheer hard work. A fan of Sunil Chhetri, he joined FC Goa last season from Guardian Angels SC.

The senior-most player in the team, Meldon D’Silva has already played in the I-League for Churchill Brothers and was with the Mumbai FC squad as well. A defender by trade, Meldon, importantly for FC Goa also has an eye for goal.

A tireless forward, the youngster from Mizoram has represented India at the U19 level. Starting off as a winger, Lalawmpuia was with the youth academy at DSK Shivajians before signing for FC Goa last year.

The bright left back has represented Mumbai FC in the U18 I-League. A fan of Angel di Maria, the youngster was with Union Bank before signing for FC Goa in August this year.

Having represented Goa in the 2017 edition of the Santosh Trophy, the versatile youngster joined FC Goa in 2017. Starting off as a midfielder, Leander has found himself play as a right-back for most of his time in FC Goa colours.

A promising youngster, Shelford has shown an ability to be a real force on the left wing. The teenager was brilliant for the U18 side last season and has been promoted to the developmental team this season.

After a brilliant stint with the U18 team last season, Sarineo has now gone on to become a regular in the developmental team. A fan of Cristiano Ronaldo, the teenager started off as a left-winger but has now found his niche as a defender on the left side of the pitch. He was with FC Bardez before signing for FC Goa in 2017.

The 19-year-old was with Dempo S.C. before signing with the Gaurs in 2017. The midfielder put in some impressive performances last season in the 2nd Division I-League for FC Goa and was duly rewarded with a promotion to the developmental team earlier this year.

A fan of Cristiano Ronaldo and Real Madrid, Ivon was with Dempo S.C. before joining the Gaurs in 2017. A versatile footballer, the 19-year-old can fit into both the midfield as well as the defence.