Machhindra FC has entered second round of AFC Cup qualifiers.

Machhindra FC defeated Paro FC 3-2 in a tight match played at Dasharath stadium on Tuesday.

Bimal Gharti Magar (12'), Ayush Ghalan (15') & Afeez Olawale (38') scored apiece for the White Lions.

Bishal Shrestha (OG 7') put Paro FC ahead but Bimal Gharti Magar leveled the score in 12th minute.

Evans Asante scored one for Paro FC in 71st minute. Paro FC could have leveled the score late but goalie Bishal made a spiderman save to hand lions the win.

The White Lions will now play against Mohun Bagan super giant on August 15 in Kolkata.