The third match of the inaugural Baide Gold Cup 2081 between Intra Pathari-11 Morang and MCFC Mangsebung ended in a dramatic penalty shootout victory for Pathari after a thrilling 2-2 draw in regular time.

The encounter, held today, saw both teams fight tooth and nail for the win, with the match’s intensity reaching its peak in the final moments.

In a game full of emotion and suspense, it was Intra Pathari-11 Morang’s last-minute header from a corner kick in extra time that pulled the game level at 2-2, forcing the match into penalties. The goal came at a time when Mangsebung seemed to be on the verge of securing the win, but Pathari’s resilience kept them in the fight.

After 120 minutes of thrilling football, the game moved to a penalty shootout, where Pathari-11 Morang emerged victorious with a convincing 4-2 scoreline, securing their place in the next stage of the tournament.

Ankit Limbu, wearing jersey number 7 for Intra Pathari-11 Morang, was named Player of the Match for his outstanding contribution throughout the game. Limbu’s performance, which included key passes and a strong presence in attack, was instrumental in his team’s eventual success.

Final Score: Intra Pathari-11 Morang 2 (4) – 2 (2) MCFC Mangsebung
Player of the Match: Ankit Limbu (Intra Pathari-11 Morang)