Kathmandu Kickers Secure Dominant 4–0 Victory Over FC Reale in C Division Qualifiers
Kathmandu Kickers made a strong statement in their opening match of the Martyrs Memorial C Division League Qualifiers with a convincing 4–0 win against FC Reale. The performance reflected our determination, discipline, and hunger to start the campaign with confidence.
We started the match with the following XI:
Bhabishya Shah (Captain), Ujjwol Basnet (Goalkeeper), Dinesh Adhikari, Prajwol Karki, Ingla Hang Limbu, Anis Rokaha, Subash BK, Kabir Tamang, Shree Krishna Shrestha, Amrit Bashyal, and Rajkumar Tamang.
The match began with both teams trying to settle into the rhythm, but it was Kathmandu Kickers who gradually took control of the game. Our breakthrough came in the 34th minute when Rajkumar Tamang calmly found the back of the net. His composed finish gave us a well-deserved 1–0 lead heading into halftime.
In the second half, we continued to build pressure and created multiple chances. The introduction of Tenzing proved to be a turning point, as he delivered an immediate impact. In the 76th minute, the super sub doubled our lead with a brilliant finish, putting Kickers firmly in command of the match.
As the game moved into injury time, we maintained the same intensity. Anurag Basnet added our third goal in the 94th minute after a smooth attacking move. Just four minutes later, Subash BK produced one of the best moments of the match with a stunning strike in the 98th minute, sealing a dominant 4–0 victory for Kathmandu Kickers.
This win gives us a strong start in the group stage and boosts our confidence for the crucial final group match. Kathmandu Kickers will now face Freedom Fighters on 3rd December in what promises to be an important and exciting fixture.
