The wait is over after 15 long months the National Challenge Cup is resumed with sixteen teams.MatchDay 1 has left us breathless, with a plethora of pulsating encounters that have set for a thrilling tournament ahead.
National Challenge Cup: Teams and Group
Divided into four groups, each boasting four teams, the National Challenge Cup ignites from May 1 to 6 with thrilling group stage clashes. Teams battle it out in three intense matches. The top two contenders from each group charge into the quarter-finals on May 7 and 8. The semi-final showdowns await on May 10, culminating in the grand finale on 12 May
| National Challenge Cup | |||||||
| Group A | Group B | Group C | Group D | ||||
| PACA | KRL | OTTO CRAINS | PAF | ||||
| PAK ARMY | PAK NAVY | WAPDA | ASIA GHEE MILL | ||||
| HEC | S.A FARMS | WSTC | S.A GARDENS | ||||
| NIMSO | MASHA UNITED | PAK POLICE | PAK RAILWAYS | ||||
National Challenge Cup: Matchday 1
NIMSO Vs HEC
The opening match of the National Challenge Cup kicked off with a resounding victory for HEC, who dominated the game with a final scoreline of 3-1. Goals were courtesy of Fakhar Abbas, Ahmed Hassan, and Hammad Khan, each contributing to their team’s triumphant performance. Nimso Zulfiqar Ali scored a goal for his team but didn’t make an impact.
SA FARMS VS MASHA UNITED
In the second match of the National Challenge Cup, both teams fought fiercely, with their attackers relentlessly striving to find the back of the net. Despite their concerted efforts, neither side managed to break the deadlock, resulting in a hard-fought draw.
PACA VS PAK ARMY
In a commanding display of skill and dominance, the Pak Army triumphed in the third match of the National Challenge Cup, securing a decisive 4-0 victory. Qadeer proved to be a standout performer, netting two goals for his team, while Abrar and Salman each contributed with a goal of their own. Pak Army’s relentless pursuit of excellence on the field showcased their prowess and determination, earning them a well-deserved triumph in the tournament.
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KRL Vs PAK NAVY
The final match of the day concluded with the Navy emerging victorious, clinching a 3-1 win over their opponents. Noman, Dodo, and Abdur Rehman each showcased their scoring prowess by finding the back of the net for the Navy, while Naeem contributed with another crucial goal. On the opposing side, Ali Agha managed to salvage a goal for KRL, but it wasn’t enough to overturn the Navy’s dominant performance.
Player Stats
Points Table
GROUP A
| Team | M | W | L | D | GF | GA | GD | P |
| Pak Army | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | +4 | 3 |
| HEC | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | +4 | 3 |
| NIMSO | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 0 |
| PACA | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -4 | 0 |
Group B
| Team | M | W | L | D | GF | GA | GD | P |
| Pak Navy | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | +2 | 3 |
| S.A Farms | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Masha United | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| KRL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 0 |
