Thokar's double seal comeback win for APF, Machhindra defeat Chitlang

Machhindra FC defeated Chitlang FC 3‑1, while APF Football Club came from behind to beat Jawalakhel Youth Club 2‑1 at the ANFA Complex on Wednesday.

Machhindra FC took the lead in the 30th minute through Pradeep Budathoki. Jonathan Eduardo extended the advantage in the 65th minute, and Alijon Alijonov added a third in the 69th minute. Chitlang’s Bigyan Khadka pulled one back in the 70th minute, but it was not enough to prevent Machhindra from claiming all three points.

In the second fixture, Jawalakhel Youth Club initially led through Dharbendra Kunwar’s 20th-minute strike. APF FC responded strongly in the second half, with Samiraj Thokar scoring twice in the 58th and 84th minutes to complete the comeback and secure a 2‑1 victory.