The Goa Football Association (GFA) is thrilled to announce the commencement of the highly anticipated 2023-24 season, set to kick off on August 20, 2023, with the Charity Cup match. The GFA President, Dr. Caitano Fernandes, shared the exciting news during the executive committee meeting held on Monday.

"I am delighted to announce that the 2023-24 season will commence with the thrilling Charity Cup match on August 20, 2023. The match will be played between Dempo Sports Club and Sporting Clube de Goa. We eagerly anticipate an enthralling start to the football season. And the much-awaited 13-team Goa Pro League will begin from August 27," stated GFA President Dr. Caitano Fernandes.

In addition to the season's commencement, the GFA executive committee meeting witnessed a series of significant decisions that will shape the future of Goan football. One of the key decisions involved co opting Sporting Clube de Goa Director Diogo Nathan Vaz who will replace outgoing Adlear D'Cruz.

"We are immensely grateful to Adlear for his invaluable contribution to Goan football. Now, we extend a warm welcome to the young and dynamic Diogo Nathan as a member of the GFA Executive Committee, representing the professional league clubs. We have great faith in Diogo's capabilities and commitment to the sport, and we wish him the very best for his association with GFA," added Dr. Caitano.