Archive · 18 Jul 2025
Manolo Marquez Returns to FC Goa as Head Coach for 2025-26
Manolo Marquez, former coach of the Indian national football team, is returning to coach FC Goa for the 2025-26 season.
He previously coached both the Indian team and FC Goa.
He had a challenging time as the Indian team coach before his resignation.
The club is happy to have him back and Marquez stated he wanted to continue with FC Goa because of the club's structure.
Manolo Marquez will continue as FC Goa's head coach for the 2025-26 season.
Marquez resigned as India's head coach in July after a poor performance.
He previously coached FC Goa in 2024-25, working in a dual role.
FC Goa announced his return, highlighting his previous successful tenure.
Marquez expressed satisfaction with FC Goa's organization.
- Who
- Manolo Marquez and FC Goa.
- What
- Manolo Marquez will continue as FC Goa head coach.
- When
- For the 2025-26 season.
- Where
- Goa, India.
- Why
- To continue Marquez's coaching with the club and build on past success.
- Coach
- Manolo Marquez
- Club
- FC Goa
- Contract Extension
- 2025-26 season
- Joined FC Goa
- 2023
- Resigned from India
- July 2024
- Previous Role
- India Head Coach
