Biratnagar: In a nail-biting finale at the Shahid Stadium, Machhindra Football Club clinched a hard-fought 1-0 victory over India’s Sikkim Dragon FC, securing their spot in the prestigious Birat Gold Cup final.

The deadlock remained unbroken until the dying moments when Ayush Ghalan rose to the occasion. With impeccable timing and a clinical finish, Ghalan met Manish Dangi’s pinpoint cross in injury time, sending the Biratnagar crowd into a frenzy.

Machhindra’s path to the final has been nothing short of impressive. They’ve dispatched strong contenders like Kolkata’s Southern Samiti FC and Sikkim Dragon NRT with identical 2-1 scorelines, showcasing their resilience and tactical prowess.

Now, their eyes are firmly set on the ultimate prize. On Saturday, Machhindra will face Shangrila Morang District Football Association in a highly anticipated final clash. Shangrila Morang emerged victorious in a nail-biting semi-final penalty shootout against the departmental giants, Nepal APF Football Club.