Empty grandstands greet National League game

Despite a musical concert and a high-profile clash between Machhindra FC and New Road Team, the National League’s return to Dasharath Stadium drew only a sparse crowd, raising fresh questions about fan engagement and ticket pricing in Nepali football.

Dasharath Stadium used to be packed when A-Division clubs were in a contest. But on Friday, even a musical concert from one of the leading artists of the country could not bring back those days at the home of Nepali football.