The 2014 Aaha! Rara Gold Cup is the 12th edition of the Aaha Gold Cup held in

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and organised by Sahara Club. 12 teams participated in the tournament. The defending champions

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have chosen not to compete. All matches were held at the

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. Due to a sponsorship deal with Him-Shree Foods (a Pokhara-based food company), the tournament is officially known as the 12th Aaha! Rara Gold Cup 2014. Which is named after its flagship product, "

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" instant noodles.

Sponsorship

Main sponsors of the tournament, Him Shree Foods Pvt Ltd provided 900,000

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to the organisers as the title sponsors.

Participating teams

* 1st RGR XI,

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* Dharan F.C. * Jawalakhel Youth Club *

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* Nepal U-16 * Sahara Club (Pokhara) (Hosts) * Sankata Club *

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Sponsorship

Participating teams

1st round

Knockout stage

Matches

Quarter-finals

Semi-finals

Final

Prize money

References