FC Chitwan started their Nepal Super League (NSL) 2025 campaign with a strong 2-0 victory against Pokhara Thunders at the Dasharath Stadium in Tripureshwar.
Early Lead from Nodir Mavlonov
Chitwan took control early in the match, thanks to an impressive goal by their Uzbek midfielder, Nodir Mavlonov, in the 15th minute. He struck the ball from the edge of the box, sending it past the Pokhara goalkeeper and giving his team a 1-0 lead.
Niraj Chaudhary Seals the Victory
Despite pressure from Pokhara Thunders’ defense, substitute Niraj Chaudhary doubled Chitwan’s lead in the sixth minute of injury time with a composed finish, ensuring a winning start for the team.
FC Chitwan Breaks the Streak
This victory marks a significant achievement for Chitwan, as they had lost their opening matches in the previous two NSL editions. Now, they begin their campaign with 3 points and a positive start in the league.
Key Performances
- Energetic Player of the Match: Sumit Shrestha (Prize: NPR 15K)
- Man of the Match: Nodir Mavlonov (Prize: NPR 30K)
Both teams struggled to create clear goal-scoring chances apart from the two goals scored by Chitwan. However, their disciplined gameplay and efficient finishing made the difference.
NSL: Next Match
The NSL action continues on April 1, with Butwal Lumbini FC taking on Dhangadhi FC in the next league fixture.
