[21] In 1968, it won the first edition of Goa Police Cup, and in 1969, it became the first Goan side to win Sait Nagjee Football Tournament defeating Border Security Force FC.

In 1970, Vasco again became the first Goan side to win prestigious Bandodkar Gold Trophy, defeating Dempo 1–0.

The decline started when Bandekar group withdrew support and there were no new investors to fund the increasing cost of top class players.

[37][38] Over the last five decades, the club has received a lot of financial help from many philanthropic individuals not only from Goa, but also Goans residing abroad.

His hard work saw the Club reach the quarterfinal phase of the KBL Federation Cup and among the contenders for qualification to the Premier Division National League.

[40] For several years, Vasco emerged as one of the strongest sides in Goan football and they are well known for signing some quality foreigners.

[41][42][43] Vasco has participated in the National Football League II for several times, and in the 1999–00 season they emerged as runners-up.

[44] In the 2001–02 NFL season, the club secured third place, in which Vasco striker Rui Wanderley Weis scored 12 goals.

[61] The initial deal was of one-year duration which was announced by the NRB managing director Narayan Bandekar, who hope to help the club qualify for the I-League after years in the 2nd Division.

Vasco SC president Nitin Bandekar and vice-president Vinod Parkot with local Vasco MLA and KYC Chairman Carlos Almeida, Vasco SC CEO Ajay Patil, former club president Vinod Parkot, the ex-Goa FA secretary Savio Messias and Nayan Tara Lima Leitao were attended during the press meeting to let everyone about the sponsorship for the betterment of the management of the club.

[70][71] Vasco used to have rivalries with its fellow Goa-based clubs including Dempo S.C. and Churchill Brothers in regional leagues.

[74] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.