Rupandehi XI advanced to the semi-finals of the Tilottama Gold Cup football tournament with a 2-1 win over Dharan FC on Sunday.

Laxman Ruchal and Ajay BK scored for Rupandehi. Dharan’s goal came courtesy an own goal from Kalu Thapa.

Ruchal gave Rupandehi the 11th minute lead only to see Kalu concede an own goal moments later. BK scored the decider in the 37th minute.

Nepal APF Club will take on Sankata Club on Monday. (PR)