Planning Boys go four clear at top with Birgunj victory

KWS Planning Boys United opened up a four-point lead at the top of the Martyr's Memorial B Division League 2081 after edging Birgunj United with a dramatic last-minute penalty on Sunday.

Capitalizing on second-placed Shree Bhagawati Club’s draw against Shree Tusal Youth Club, Planning Boys secured a crucial victory over third-placed Birgunj in a tightly contested encounter.

The decisive moment came deep into stoppage time when Fagu Ram Tharu was brought down inside the box by Bikas Das Tharu in the sixth minute of added time. Fagu Ram stepped up and calmly converted the penalty, sealing all three points for Planning Boys.

With the win, Planning Boys sit atop the standings with 22 points from eight matches. Shree Bhagawati trail with 18 points, while Birgunj remain third with 12 points.