LH MMC Outstep NMB Machhindra to Enter Gurkha cup Semis

LH MMC enter the semi finals of the ongoing Gurkha cup, thanks to either half goal from Shiva Shrestha.

LH MMC defeats NMB Machhiindra in the first quarter finals to enter the semi finals of the tournament. The group a leaders LH MMC were flattered by two goals from Shiva Shrestha.

MMC were the better sides from the very beginning. Deepak Rai’s good run in early minute was followed by poor Anil Gurung header which got out of target in 11th minute of the game.

The first goal of the game came from beautiful free kick delivery from Sujal Shrestha which found Shiva Shrestha who headed his team to the lead in the 15th minute.

Shiva Shrestha’s long ranger was saved by Dinesh Thapa later in the match.

Karna Limbu’s generated quick attack which was denied by inform Bishal Shrestha who has been good through out the tournament. Yona Elias initiated quick counter attack in same occasion but his attempt was saved by Dinesh Thapa as the first half ended 1-0.

Second half started with a fabulous goal from Shiva Shrestha. His attempt from tight angle, right side of the box found the goal as MMC doubled their lead.

NMB Machhindra were already two goals down at 50th minute of the game but they failed to create any serious attack in second half excluding Karna Limbu’s 72nd minute attempt on goal which was victim of Bishal Shrestha’s outstanding save.

LH MMC were near to their third goal but Anil Gurung’s header was saved by Machhindra goalkeeper Dinesh Thapa.

MMC will face the winners of third quarter finals which will be played between Laxmi Bank Three Star club and Samsung JawalakhelYouth club.