DHANGADHI, Jan. 8 -- Far-western's biggest football tournament, third International Invitational Khaptad Gold Cup is set to commence on Tuesday as organizers completed all the preparations for the tournament on Monday.

Sudur Paschim XI will face Mechi Netralaya Kakarvitta Football Training Center in the opening match of the tournament. The knockout event is scheduled to be held in Dhangadhi from January 8 to 19.

A total of 12 teams are competing in the tournament to be held at the Dhangadi Stadium. Jhapa, Armed Police Force (APF) Club, Chyasal Youth Club, Three Star Club and Delhi Football Club apart from the Sudur Paschim and Mechi are in Group A. Likewise, Group B consists of Manang Marshyangdi Club, Sankata Club, Nepal Police Club, G...