Nepal faces stern test in AFC Challenge Cup
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 di...