Ctg Abahani into semis
Holders Chittagong Abahani moved into the semifinals of the Sheikh Kamal International Club Cup after coming from two goals down to secure a 2-2 draw against Manang Marshyangdi Club at the MA Aziz Stadium in Chittagong on Friday.
Manang Marshyangdi took the lead in the third minute of the game through as Afeez Olawale Olaadipo headed in from point-blank range, before the Nigerian doubled the lead in the 22nd minute.
Chittagong Abahani staged a strong comeback and pulled one goal back through a headed effort from Nasir Chowdhury in the 32nd minute.
After resumption, Chittagong Abahani looked the better side and Augustin Walson levelled the margin by converting from the spot after Malian defender Adama Boh Sissoko was adjudged to have handled the ball inside the box.
Chittagong Abahani advanced to the last four with five points, while the other semifinalist from Group B will be decided after today's second match between Dhaka Mohammedan and Shaheen Asmayee FC.
All three remaining teams have a chance to go through. Manang have four points, Shaheen Asmayee have three points and Mohammedan have one point.
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