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In less than two weeks  the prestigious AFC Challenge Cup qualifier kicks off in Kathmandu. This is   by far the most anticipated tournament   of   2012 Nepali football calendar and is expected to draw massive crowds. Yet once again Kathmandu valley sport enthusiasts have been rewarded with a gala sporting spectacle that is going to stir plenty of excitement. It is hoped that that they show up for every match in strength and passionately root for the home team. Nepal, Palestine, Maldives, Turkmenistan, DPR Korea, Philippines, India and Tajikistan   will battle it out for the top honor. The winner of the group will get the ticket to the final round of the AFC Asian Cup to be held in Australia in 2015. Expectations are high when it comes to Nepal’s performance, especially following their fairly impressive showing in the SAFF Championship in New Delhi, India last year. The upcoming tournament however is   very   different   in terms of challenge, competition and opponents, and this

The ongoing Aaha Gold Cup football championship in Pokhara points to the fact that Sahara Club, the organizer is   seriously committed to the promotion of football and development of its players in the best possible way. The championship, formerly known as   “Caravan Gold Cup”   started in 2001, and   in 2002 it was renamed “Aaha Gold Cup “. Since then   the tournament has grown in stature and magnitude. Following    All Nepal Football Association’s (ANFA) endorsement the competition was elevated to the premier status. Today it is a top notch tournament in the country and   attracts the best teams from around the country. Over the years, the organizer also has   given the competition international flavor by inviting teams from neighboring countries India and Bangladesh. This year’s edition features   twelve   teams. They are: Nepal Police Club, Three Star Club, Manang Marsyangdhi Club, Himalayan Sherpa Club, Jawalakhel Youth Club, Rani Pokhari Corner Team, Dharan FC, Rupendehi, ANF