By Sachit Subba ⢠Football ⢠Apr 24, 2026 14:17 PM ⢠47 views
In a high-octane clash, Tribhuvan Army Football Club secured their spot in the final of the Om Sai Pathibhara Hospital Chandragadhi Womenâs Gold Cup. They edged out departmental rivals Nepal Police Club 2-1 at the Bhadrapur grounds. This victory was more than just a ticket to the championship match. It was a clinical act of vengeance, as the Army side exorcised the ghosts of last Novemberâs defeat to the Police in the Jhapa Womenâs Gold Cup semifinals. The breakthrough came in the 32nd minute. Chandra Bhandari pounced on a defensive lapse by Samiksha Ghimire to fire Army ahead.
In the 56th minute, Jennifer Rana Magar reacted quickest after keeper Sapna Rai spilt a stinging drive from Hima Chaudhary, providing an insurance goal for Army. Police mounted a late surge in the 70th minute. Rekha Paudelâs clinical header followed Puja Ranaâs aerial assist. Yet, the Army defensive wall remained impenetrable, anchored by Player of the Match Bimala BK alongside Sunita Chaudhary and Anita Lamjel. By advancing, the Army has guaranteed itself at least Rs 500,000. Its sights remain firmly fixed on the Rs 1.1 million winnerâs purseâthe largest prize pool in the history of Nepali womenâs domestic football. They now await the winner of the high-profile second semifinal between Church Boys United and APF Football Club. The tournament reaches its fever pitch ahead of the April 27 (Baisakh 14) grand finale.
