Fungling, the headquarter of Taplejung district recently hosted the Kanchanjunga Challenge Cup football tournament which was won by Manmaya Sporting Club.

Manmaya Sporting Club defeated Belbari FC 2-1 to lift the title. The winning team received Rs 50,000.

Thousands of football lovers flocked to the football stadium to watch the match.

Here are some exclusive pictures to describe the football craze among Taplejung folks.  Photos By: Kadem Hang & Bhagirath Ale.