FC Goa put four past FC Pune City without a reply in the Hero Indian Super League (ISL) 2017-18 at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex Stadium in Pune on Sunday. The result means that Goa now have control over their fate regarding playoff qualification, with two matches yet to be played. The Gaurs were also successful in maintaining their first clean sheet of the season. Hugo Boumous put in a scintillating performance for the visitors, scoring one and assisting one, while also winning his team the first penalty. He spoke to indiansuperleague.com post the match where he shared his thoughts regarding the same. Here are the excerpts.

How important was the win today?

It was very important to get the three points tonight. We had only one chance to make it to the playoffs, so we had to win tonight. We also have to win our next matches against ATK and Jamshedpur FC. So, the next week is very important for us. We have to constantly believe in ourselves and get the six points.

How important was the first clean sheet of the season?

It is very important for the team, for our goalkeeper, for the supporters and everybody. We need this kind of a momentum for the next games.

What do you have to say about your goal?

My goal was an important one because it was the second goal of the game. After this goal, we went on in the ascendancy.

A word on the away fans?

Yes, they are very important for our morale. This is a big first for us, winning a game like this.