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12Oct

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Nepal vs. Laos: Head to Head

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu - The Nepal National Football Team geared up to face Laos in the initial round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers today. The Dasarath Stadium will be the battleground for the first leg of this double-header, kicking off at 5:30 PM local time. In the history of their encounters, Nepal has crossed paths with Laos on four occasions. Nepal holding the 175th position in the FIFA rankings, has asserted dominance, securing victory three times, with one match ending in a draw against Laos standing at 186th. The first meeting between the two nations took place back in 2016, resulting in a 1-1 draw. The second encounter occurred in November later that year during the AFC Solidarity Cup, where Nepal emerged victorious in the shootouts after a 2-2 deadlo...

Police’s Chetan Ghimire To Serve As Jhapa’s Assistant Coach

3Oct

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Police’s Chetan Ghimire To Serve As Jhapa’s Assistant Coach

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu (HamroKhelkud) - Chetan Ghimire, the young head coach of Nepal Police Club, has assumed the role of assistant coach of Jhapa FC for the second edition of the Nepal Super League (NSL). This announcement was made on Jhapa's social media on Tuesday afternoon. Despite Ghimire's appointment, Jhapa FC are yet to reveal their head coach. In the recent season of the Martyr's Memorial A Division League, Ghimire steered Police to a commendable third-place finish. With an AFC 'A' license to his name, Ghimire has also overseen the Nepal Police Club Women's Football Team as well as served as an assistant coach under Gary Phillips during his tenure with the Nepal National Women's Football Team. Ghimire dedicated his entire playing career to the Police team, h...

Bimal Signs For FC Chitwan As Iconic Player

2Oct

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Bimal Signs For FC Chitwan As Iconic Player

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu (HamroKhelkud) - FC Chitwan have roped in Nepal National Team forward Bimal Gharti Magar as their iconic player. Bimal shared the news of his agreement with Chitwan through his social media accounts. Sachin Dhakal, the owner of Chitwan FC, confirmed the signing, explaining that Bimal's possession of an Australian visa facilitated his iconic player status. Remarkably, Bimal had just departed for Australia on September 29, and within a mere three days, Chitwan have secured him as their iconic player. But Nepal Super League (NSL) regulations suggest that only Nepali players engaged in foreign leagues are to be signed as iconic players. However, Bimal has not made any appearance elsewhere. Notably, NSL Director Shreyans Karki recently disclosed ...

Nepal Super League Squads After The End Of Auction

30Sep

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Nepal Super League Squads After The End Of Auction

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu (HamroKhelkud) - The player auction for the second edition of the Nepal Super League (NSL) reached its conclusion today in Kathmandu. A total of 178 players were up for grabs, categorized into A, B, and C divisions. A total of 120 players were sold while 58 remained unsold. A-grade players commanded a base price of one lakh fifty thousand rupees, soaring to a maximum of three lakhs fifty thousand rupees. B-grade players were valued between a minimum of one lakh rupees and a maximum of one lakh fifty thousand rupees. Meanwhile, C-grade players had a price range starting at eighty thousand rupees and peaking at one lakh thirty thousand rupees. This year's NSL, set to kick off on November 24th, will feature nine teams vying for glory. With the abse...

Hisub Roped In By Kathmandu As Their ‘Marquee’

29Sep

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Hisub Roped In By Kathmandu As Their ‘Marquee’

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu (HamroKhelkud) - Hisub Thapaliya, a talented forward of the Nepal National Football Team, has become the marquee player for the reigning champions of the Nepal Super League (NSL), Kathmandu Razyrs. Under the ownership of Morang Auto Works Enterprises, Kathmandu announced Hisub's signing. In the previous A Division League season, Hisub played playing for Jawalakhel Youth Club, contributing four goals and four assists in 25 games. Following his stellar league performance, he marked his national team debut against Myanmar last month, adding another feather to his cap. Notably, Kathmandu had previously appointed goalkeeper Bikesh Kuthu as their marquee player in the inaugural edition, and now, Hisub Thapaliya assumes this coveted role. The team tri...

Bikesh Kuthu Announced As Ilam’s Marquee For NSL Second Edition

29Sep

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Bikesh Kuthu Announced As Ilam’s Marquee For NSL Second Edition

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu (HamroKhelkud) - Bikesh Kuthu, the goalkeeper of the Nepali national team and the champion of the first season of the Nepal Super League, has been contracted as the marquee of the second edition with Sporting Ilam de Mechi. Ilam, one of the three new teams, announced Kuthu as the marquee on their social media. A regular member of Tribhuvan Army FC, he kept seven clean sheets in the last season of Martyr's Memorial A Division League. Bikesh made his debut for the national team in 2012 against Cameroon. He has played nine matches for the Nepali national team and has kept clean sheets in two matches. In the first edition of NSL, Bikesh was the marquee of Kathmandu Rayzrs and led the team to the title under his captaincy. The second edition of the...

Jhapa FC Unveil Anjan Bista As Their Marquee

28Sep

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Jhapa FC Unveil Anjan Bista As Their Marquee

By a Staff Reporter Nepali National Team midfielder Anjan Bista has signed for Jhapa FC for the upcoming second edition of the Nepal Super League (NSL). Even before the rescheduled start date of the second NSL edition, Jhapa FC had already made the announcement regarding Anjan as a marquee player. In the inaugural edition, Anjan was not only the marquee player but also the captain of Lalitpur City FC. In the first season of NSL, Anjan netted three goals and earned the Best Forward award. He is a crucial asset to the national football team, having scored an impressive total of 12 goals for Nepal. The second edition of the Nepal Super League is set to kick off on November 24 in Kathmandu. This season features a total of nine teams, including six from the previous edition...

Bishal Shrestha Signs For FC Chitwan As ‘Marquee’ Player

26Sep

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Bishal Shrestha Signs For FC Chitwan As ‘Marquee’ Player

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu (HamroKhelkud) - Nepal National Football Team goalkeeper, Bishal Shrestha, has inked a deal to become the marquee player of FC Chitwan in the upcoming second edition of the Nepal Super League (NSL). This was formally announced as FC Chitwan, led by president Sachin Dhakal, and Bishal Shrestha signed the agreement, as stated in an official press release from the club. In the inaugural edition of NSL, Bishal represented Butwal Lumbini FC. Chitwan had previously signed Bharat Khawas as their marquee player in the first edition. Despite being one of the most accomplished domestic goalkeepers, Bishal Shrestha has seen limited opportunities with the national team. After being in the national team dynamics for over a decade, Bishal finally made his debu...

Butwal Lumbini Unveil Arik Bista As Their Marquee Signing

26Sep

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Butwal Lumbini Unveil Arik Bista As Their Marquee Signing

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu (HamroKhelkud) - Nepal Super League team outfit Butwal Lumbini FC have revealed their marquee signing for the upcoming second edition of the franchise league. They've signed Nepal international Arik Bista as their marquee player. Lumbini have signed Arik following strong performances for the national team, where he's played across multiple positions. Arik, a talented 23-year-old midfielder, played a key role in helping Church Boys United win the title in the team's first appearance in the Martyr's Memorial 'A' Division League. Arik expressed his joy for becoming Lumbini's marquee player, saying, "I'm happy to be a part of Lumbini, and I have high hopes for our team. Our goal this time is to compete for the title." In the first edition of ...

Dhangadhi FC Rope In Aashish Chaudhary As Their Marquee

26Sep

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Dhangadhi FC Rope In Aashish Chaudhary As Their Marquee

By a Staff Reporter Kathmandu - Nepal National Team footballer Aashish Chaudhary has signed for Dhangadhi FC, the runners-up of the first edition, as a marquee player. Dhangadhi FC, owned by 'Go Dreamers,' secured Aashish as their marquee player in the absence of Bishal Rai, who played a pivotal role for the team in the inaugural edition. Aashish, aged 23, known for his adaptability across various positions, currently represents Church Boys United in the Martyr's Memorial 'A' Division League. Aashish played a crucial part in Church Boys United clinching the A Division League title and was previously honored with the Most Valuable Player award when his team emerged as champions in the B Division League. Debuting for Nepal on September 27, 2022, in a match against Bangl...