Jhapa district league got underway at Arjundhara ground on Monday.

Sainik youth and Birtamod United FC have won their respective matches in the opening day.

Sainik defeated Rolling club, Dhulabari 3-0 in the first match. Durlap Tiwari scored a brace (60', 63') while Bikesh Limbu (40') scored another for the winners.

In the second match, Birtamod United defeated Knight Chess club, Kakarvitta 1-0. Sumin Mainali scored the match winner in 65th minute.

Mechi Netralaya KFTC will play against New Star FC and Bahundangi FC will meet Birtamod FC on Tuesday.