FC Chitwan’s hopes of securing their historic win were cruelly dashed in their clash against Kathmandu Razors, as a late equalizer robbed them of a landmark victory.
The match at the Dasharath Stadium in Tripureshwar witnessed a pulsating display of attacking football, with both teams creating ample opportunities to find the back of the net. However, Chitwan appeared to have secured their maiden NSL triumph when Bimal Gharti Magar broke the deadlock in the 86th minute.
The goal scored just four minutes from time, sent shockwaves through the Kathmandu Razors camp, who had been mainly on the defensive throughout the match. With the clock ticking down, Chitwan was on the verge of a monumental victory.

However, in a dramatic turn of events, Kathmandu Razors refused to give up. In the dying seconds of injury time, Nkunge Junior capitalized on a defensive lapse from Chitwan to unleash a stunning volley that nestled into the net, sending the Kathmandu faithful into a frenzy.
The 1-1 draw left both teams with a point apiece, with Kathmandu remaining unbeaten in the tournament. However, Chitwan was left to rue their missed opportunity, having come agonizingly close to making history.

The match epitomized the unpredictable nature of the NSL, where every moment can swing the game on its head. It was a heartbreaking outcome for Chitwan, but the team can take heart from their spirited performance and will be eager to bounce back more robustly in their next outing.