Manang Marshyangdi Club (MMC) went 1-0 down to visitors Dhaka Abahani Limited in its first group match of AFC Cup 2019 at ANFA Complex, Satdobato on Wednesday.

Masih Saighani headed a cross from Rubel Miya beautifully to provide a lead to his side in the 27th minute.

MMC are grouped with Dhaka Abahani, Minerva Punjab and Chhenayin FC in group E.

Dhaka Abahani has 3 points while MMC has no point.

MMC will play next against Chennaiyin FC at The Arena Stadium, Ahmedabad on April 17.