A product of the Brasil Futebol Academia and the Sesa Football Academy in Goa, Sahil Tavora began his professional career with Dempo SC in 2013. His journey has seen him don the colours of several top clubs in the Indian Super League (ISL), including Mumbai City and Hyderabad FC.

However, his return to FC Goa is particularly special for the 28-year-old, who last played for the Gaurs in 2016. During that season, Tavora scored two goals in six appearances, including a memorable winner in a thrilling 5-4 comeback victory against Chennaiyin FC at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda. His remarkable goal from an acute angle remains one of the most iconic moments in the Club’s history.

Tavora’s most notable moment came during his time with Hyderabad FC, where he played a crucial role in their ISL 2021-22 final win against Kerala Blasters. His equalizer, an audacious volley from outside the box, took the game to penalties, where Hyderabad, then coached by Manolo Marquez, eventually emerged victorious, securing their first major silverware.

Remarkably, this achievement took place at Fatorda, the home ground of FC Goa, making Tavora’s return to the Gaurs even more poetic.