Preview: City vs Paro FC
If there are any must-see games in Bhutan, then this is one of them. It is the champions of 2019 versus the champions of 2020 in this midweek clash at Changlimithang. Some may call this the Clash of Titans. June 08 is the date to be marked. Head to HeadThe two giants have locked horns […]
Five Talking Points: The Gelephu FC Game
Thimphu City picked up six points in its quest to defend its title so far. Along the way Ngawang’s boys have smashed 17 goals in two games, with 10 of them coming against Gelephu FC last night. Phurpa Tshering shares his thoughts about our recent victory. 1. Best squad. The depth of the squad is […]
City back on top
Thimphu City are back on top of the table on goal difference following an empathetic 10-0 win over Gelephu FC at Changlimithang. Ngawang Dhendup’s boys wasted no time as Dawa Tshering’s corner in the second minute found Karma Shedrup heading the lead. This was quickly doubled when Orgyen scored for the second game in a […]
Predicted Scoreline. Gelephu vs City
Phurpa Tshering reached out to some of the followers of Bhutan football and here are their predictions. Predictions “I am sure Thimphu City FC will win the match. It will be a 5-1 thrashing.” Tandin Dorji, Khaling, Trashigang. “Thimphu City FC is based in Thimphu, where best players across the country play for them. I […]
Pre-Match Update: City vs Gelephu
Apart from Ngawang Jamphel and Kencho Tobgay, Ngawang Dhendup will have a full side to pick from as the team prepares to welcome yet another newcomer Gelephu FC. With the absence of our long time number one who continue to recover from the allergy he suffered, Karma S Tenzin will likely be the first choice. […]
Player Ratings: Thimphu City FC vs Gomo FC
City set the pace with a thumping 7-1 win against the debutant Gomo FC. Here is how I rated the players from 10. Tshering Dorji – 9 Played as striker and netted two good goals and assisted few goals as well. Positioning was excellent. Orgyen Wangchuk – 9 Showed amazing control in the middle, setting […]
Three points from the opening day
7-1 win over Gomo FC at home means that Thimphu City FC has stretched its national/premier league opening day unbeaten streak to seven seasons. The last time we lost was against the ultimate champions Druk United back in 2014. Coach Ngawang lined up against us as one of their forwards then. Despite some notable names […]
Fixture 2021 is out!
Thimphu City FC will kickoff its title defending campaign on May 22, 2021, welcoming newly promoted Gomo FC. In what is going to be another year of its own, there will be no time to slack as the defending champions will have less than a month to prepare for its first of 18 games. Boys […]
Karma Sonam confirmed
Karma Sonam has today re-signed to become a Red after a brief campaign away from home with Ugyen Academy. On signing the player, City team manager Migma Dorji said: “We are very pleased to have completed the addition of Karma to our exciting squad for the coming season.” The midfield sensation has been part of […]
Thimphu City Does It!
When Thimphu City were slated to travel to The Maldives for the AFC Cup qualifiers, many things had to be considered. The club was considered pulling out of the competition due to traveling being unsafe during the pandemic. However, that would be a step backwards in the development of the beautiful game in our country […]
