
Black Bulls FC Clinch Aaha Rara Pokhara Gold Cup with Dominant Win Over Nepal Police Club
Kathmandu – Uzbekistan's Black Bulls FC marked their debut in the Aaha Rara Pokhara Gold Cup in style, claiming the title with a convincing 3-1 victory over Nepal Police Club in the final at Pokhara Stadium on Saturday. The Black Bulls, competing in the tournament for the first time, denied Nepal Police the chance to become the most decorated club in Gold Cup history. With the loss, Police, playing in their 11th final, remain tied with Manang Marsyangdi Club, both having lifted the trophy six times. Black Bulls Dominate Final The Uzbek side controlled the proceedings, with Jakhongir Akhmadov, Asilbek Orifjonov, and Shavkatjon Satorov getting on the scoresheet to seal the win.  Akhmadov opened the scoring in the 40th minute, giving the Black Bulls a first-half lead. Orifjonov doubled the advantage in the 58th minute before Satorov's 66th-minute strike put the result beyond doubt at 3-0. Nepal Police managed to pull one back in the 77th minute, courtesy of Alijon Alijonov's own goal, but it was merely a consolation as the Black Bulls saw out the match comfortably. Road to the Title Route to the final, Black Bulls FC defeated Three Star Club in the semifinals, while Nepal Police Club edged past Church Boys United to book their spot in the title clash. With a statement win in their first appearance, Black Bulls FC have established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in Nepali football's prestigious Aaha Rara Pokhara Gold Cup.