MORANG, APRIL 5

Machchhindra football club has entered the final of the Birat Gold Cup Football Tournament underway in Biratnagar.

In the semifinal match played at the Martyr Stadium on Thursday night, Machchhindra beat Sikkim Dragon to reach the final.

With this win, Machchhindra will play against the home team, Shangrila Morang FA, in the final.

It may be noted that the Shangrila had reached the final beating the Armed Police Force (APF)'s departmental team on Wednesday.

Ayush Ghalan's 94th minute goal turned decisive to steer Machchhindra's win in the semi-final. Ghalan also won the 'man of the match' title in the tournament.

The winner of the gold cup will be awarded a cash prize of Rs 1.1 million, while the runners-up will get Rs 550,000, the host informed.