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Wikipedia - Lalenok United F.C.

Lalenok United Football Club, commonly known as Lalenok United, is an East Timorese professional football club based in Dili. The team plays in the Liga Futebol Amadora Primeira Divisão, after finishing runners up and being promoted from the Segunda Divisão in 2018. The club have won 1 league titles and 1 LFA Super Taça.

History

In 2019 the team won the Primeira Divisão title, finishing the season with a total of 30 points from 14 matches, 5 points clear of previous champion Boavista.

In the same season the team also won the Taça 12 de Novembro and the LFA Super Taça, becoming the first Timorese team to ever win all three competitions. In 2020 Lalenok became the first East Timorese club to ever compete at the continental level

2020 AFC Cup qualification

After the team's victory in the 2019 LFA Primeira Divisão season Lalenok United became the first ever East Timorese club to compete at the continental competition. Drawn up against Indonesian Liga 1 side PSM Makassar for their first match, Lalenok United president Pedro Belo admitted that the team likely did not have a big chance for their debut in the competition. Belo recognised the strength of the opposition side, however had confidence that the squad would work hard in its attempts to represent football within Timor Leste and was proud of the international recognition the club had achieved from qualifying.

The first leg of the match was a home game for Lalenok, however it was played at Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium rather than at the club's own stadium. Lalenok United got off to an early lead with a goal being scored by striker Daniel Adade in the second minute. PSM Makassar were quick to equalise, and later Indonesian side proceeded to score 4 goals, ending the game as a 1–4 loss for Lalenok United.

In the second leg the team suffered a similar result, losing the match 3–1. The team's only goal was scored by defender Francisco da Costa. This resulted in an aggregate score of 2–7, causing Lalenok United to be eliminated from the competition.

Lalenok United is a prominent soccer team based in Timor-Leste, known for its passionate fan base and commitment to developing local talent. Founded in 2003, the club has quickly established itself as a key player in the Timorese football scene, competing in the Liga Futebol Amadora, the country's top football league.

The team's name, "Lalenok," translates to "the rising sun" in the local Tetum language, symbolizing hope and a bright future for football in Timor-Leste. Lalenok United is recognized for its vibrant blue and white colors, which represent unity and strength. The club's home matches are held at the Estádio Municipal de Díli, where fans gather to support their team with unwavering enthusiasm.

Lalenok United is not only focused on winning titles but also on fostering community engagement and youth development. The club runs various programs aimed at nurturing young players, providing them with the skills and opportunities to excel in the sport. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, Lalenok United embodies the spirit of Timor-Leste, striving to elevate the nation's footballing profile on both regional and international stages.