Paro FC Cruise Past Thimphu FC in Matchday 52 Thriller
BOB Bhutan Premier League 2026 | Woochu Sports Arena
Paro FC delivered another commanding performance on home turf, seeing off rivals Thimphu FC 2-0 in a match that had goals, drama, and a moment of individual brilliance from a certain Gambian talisman.
A Free-Kick for the Ages
The deadlock was broken in the 34th minute, and it came in spectacular fashion. Sidiki "Sadiki" Jawara stepped up to a free-kick from roughly 23 yards out and unleashed a thunderous strike that gave the Thimphu FC goalkeeper absolutely no chance. It was the kind of moment that instantly had fans on their feet — a genuine contender for goal of the season, and a reminder that Sadiki has a habit of producing magic against the Thunderbolts.
Paro FC went into the break with a slender but well-earned 1-0 lead.
Second Half: Paro FC Doubles Up
The hosts wasted little time extending their advantage after the restart. In the 71st minute, a defensive mix-up from Thimphu FC handed Paro FC the opening they needed. Abdoulie Baldeh pounced on the loose ball and slipped a clever pass through to fellow Gambian Mustapha Jallow, who controlled it calmly before finishing with real composure — his first goal in Paro FC colors.
It was a fitting reward for Jallow, and a goal that all but sealed the points for the home side. From one Gambian to another, the Tigers had struck again.
Moments That Mattered
The match wasn't without its share of drama at the other end too. Thimphu FC's Opoku caught everyone off guard with a surprise effort that looked destined for the net, only for Paro FC goalkeeper Gyeltshen Zangpo to react brilliantly with a reflex save to keep his side's clean sheet intact — arguably the save of the day.
Man of the Match
Unsurprisingly, Sidiki Jawara was named Man of the Match for Paro FC, capping off his standout free-kick strike with an all-around influential performance in midfield.
Notable Attendance
Matchday 52 also drew a special guest to Woochu Sports Arena: Purushottam Kattel, General Secretary of the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF), who was present to witness the action live.
With this result, Paro FC continue to assert themselves at Woochu Sports Arena, backed by a Gambian partnership that's proving increasingly difficult for opponents to handle.
