Indian Super League (ISL) side Odisha FC announced the contract extension of left-back Saviour Gama. The new deal will keep him at the club until the end of the 2027-28 season.

The Goan full-back began his footballing journey with FC Bardez before joining the FC Goa developmental squad in the 2017–18 season. His tenacity and defensive discipline quickly caught the attention of the senior coaching staff, earning him a breakthrough into the ISL and the Super Cup. He scored both of his ISL career goals while playing for FC Goa.

Gama joined Odisha FC ahead of the 2024-25 season, bringing experience and consistency to the backline. In his debut campaign with the Kalinga Warriors, he featured in 19 ISL matches, showcasing his reliability and energy on the flanks. He also contributed with one assist against Kerala Blasters FC in Kochi.

 Head coach Sergio Lobera shared his thoughts on the extension: “I'm happy with Gama's continued presence at the club. He's a player I've known for years, and when I decided to sign him for OFC, I knew he could help the team.”

 Saviour Gama expressed his excitement: “I’m really happy to extend my stay with Odisha FC. This club feels like home now, and I’m grateful for the trust and support from the management, the fans, and my teammates. Working under Coach Sergio Lobera is always a privilege. I’ve grown a lot under his guidance, and I’m looking forward to continuing that growth and contributing to the team’s success in the coming seasons.”

Ivan Novoselec departs Punjab FC

Punjab FC confirmed the departure of defender Ivan Novoselec on Saturday, adding him to the list of players leaving after the 2024-25 season. The Croatian defender is the third foreign player to exit the club following Filip Mrzljak and Petros Giakoumakis.

Novoselec joined the Shers before the 2024-25 season and quickly established himself as a key presence in central defence. Known for his aerial strength and physicality, he played a vital role in organising the backline.

Across 20 ISL appearances, Novoselec helped Punjab FC secure three clean sheets. His defensive contributions included 18 interceptions, 57 duels won, 71 recoveries, 73 clearances, and he also scored one goal, which came in their 1-2 defeat to NorthEast United FC.

NorthEast United FC and Hamza Regragui part ways

NorthEast United FC announced on Saturday that Hamza Regragui has left the club.

Regragui arrived at the Highlanders during the 2024 winter transfer window and featured in 18 league games over two seasons, with 11 appearances coming in the 2024-25 season.

Mostly used as a substitute, he accumulated 705 minutes on the pitch and registered an assist in their 5-0 victory against Jamshedpur FC last season.

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