In a match that redefined “edge-of-the-seat excitement” as “edge-of-the-seat napping,” Butwal Lumbini FC and Jhapa FC served up a 0-0 draw in their Nepal Super League 2025 clash. The goalkeepers? Unbothered. The strikers? Uninspired. The fans? Asking for refunds.
First Half: A Masterclass in Missing
Jhapa’s Lazar Arsić kicked things off with a shot so wildly off-target, it nearly beheaded a popcorn vendor outside the stadium. Not to be outdone, Butwal’s Ezekiel Tamara channeled his inner rugby star, launching three balls into orbit. The highlight? Jhapa’s keeper Rohan Lama nonchalantly catching a backpass from his own defender—a move so casual, it screamed “I do this in my sleep.”
Second Half: Crossbar Chaos
Butwal’s Arik Bista finally woke up, smashing a rocket against the crossbar—earning it the unofficial title of Man of the Match. Jhapa’s Nemanja Lemajić replied with a “Panenka” chip so feeble, keeper Adam Mitter caught it like it was a grocery list. The crossbar, meanwhile, flexed its dominance, denying both teams like a bouncer at a VIP party.
Key Moments
Rohan Lama’s Zen Mode: Made two saves, then spent 70 minutes perfecting his meditation routine.
Tamara’s Geometry Meltdown: Missed an open net by checks notes… the length of a yak.
Popcorn Gate: Jhapa’s late “winner” was ruled offside—partly because the scorer celebrated with a snack in hand. Priorities, folks.
Post-Match Reactions
Butwal Coach: “We’re saving our goals for the important games… like next year.”
Jhapa Captain: “At least our defense is solid. Our attack? Let’s call it a work in progress… from the Stone Age.”
Standings Update: Both teams cling to 1 point. Next up:
Jhapa vs Pokhara Thunders: Bring coffee.
Butwal vs Lalitpur City FC: Bring a miracle… or a striker.