KATHMANDU: The Nepal Super League (NSL) is set to witness a face-off as two debutant teams, Jhapa FC and Sporting Ilam FC, gear up for the ‘Eastern Derby’ in the second edition of the league in Kathmandu today.

Sporting Ilam FC made their NSL debut against the previous champions, Kathmandu Razors, in the opening match, where they narrowly lost 1-0.

On the flip side, Jhapa FC is stepping onto the NSL stage for the first time, making this encounter the inaugural game for both teams.

As anticipation builds for the clash between these two fresh contenders, football enthusiasts are eager to see which team will claim victory in this early-season showdown.

The ‘Eastern Derby’ promises to be a riveting spectacle as these new entrants strive to make their mark in the NSL arena.