Women Football

Myanmar stunned Nepal with a 2-0 victory to claim the title of the Vianet International Women's Championship. Played at the sold-out Dasharath Stadium, Myanmar's clinical second-half performance proved decisive in securing the win.

After a goalless first half, Yu Per Khine broke the deadlock with a brilliant individual effort, slotting the ball into the net from a tight angle in the 62nd minute. Just two minutes later, a shot by captain Win Theingi Tun deflected off Gita Rana and rolled into the net, doubling Myanmar's lead.

In the first half, Nepal applied significant pressure on Myanmar, creating multiple goalscoring opportunities. Sabitra Bhandari forced a save from Myanmar's goalkeeper Khin Mo Mo Tun in the 35th minute, but the rebound was not capitalized on. Rekha Poudel also missed an opportunity just before halftime when she failed to connect with a pass from Renuka Nagarkote.

Myanmar also had their chances, with the best one being cleared off the line by Bimala BK after goalkeeper Anjila Tumbapo Subba was beaten by San Thaw Thaw's powerful shot.

Myanmar came out stronger in the second half, scoring two quick goals to seal their victory. Trailing by two goals, Nepal continued to push for a comeback but struggled to break through Myanmar's solid defense. In the 70th minute, Rashmi Kumari Ghising had a one-on-one chance with the Myanmar keeper, but her shot was saved, dashing Nepal's hopes of reducing the deficit.

Renuka Nagarkote was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament, earning a cash prize of Rs 50,000.

Nepal and Myanmar played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in their final group-stage match of the Vianet International Women's Championship at Dasharath Stadium.

Despite being backed by a passionate home crowd cheering every move, Myanmar took an early lead just six minutes into the match, courtesy of a stunning free-kick from Myat Noe Khin. However, Nepal responded swiftly, equalizing in the 11th minute when Sabitra Bhandari’s brilliant run set up Sabita Rana Magar for a simple finish.

The visitors regained their advantage just five minutes later through May Htet Lu, momentarily silencing the home supporters.

But Nepal, buoyed by their vocal fans, continued to push forward. Their persistence paid off five minutes before halftime, with Sabitra Bhandari finding the net to restore parity.

Despite both teams battling for dominance in the second half, neither could break the deadlock, and the match ended in a 2-2 draw.

Nepal and Myanmar will now face off again in the tournament final on Wednesday.

Sabitra Bhandari's decisive strike secured Nepal a 1-0 victory over Lebanon, sending them into the final of the Vianet International Women's Championship 2025 on Thursday.

Nepal dominated proceedings at Dasharath Stadium but struggled to break down Lebanon’s resilient defense. Bimala Chaudhary had an early opportunity to put Nepal ahead but sent her shot over the bar in the 10th minute.

The breakthrough finally came in the 42nd minute when Lebanon cleared a corner delivered by Chaudhary, only for Bhandari to unleash a powerful shot. The effort deflected off defender Farah El Tayar and found the back of the net.

Sabita Rana Magar had a golden chance to extend Nepal’s lead in the second half but failed to convert Bhandari’s precise cross, sending her shot wide of the post.

In the day’s earlier match, Myanmar cruised to a 5-0 victory over Kyrgyzstan.

Nepal will now compete Myanmar in the final on Wednesday The two sides will also meet in the final group game on Sunday.

Nepal made a winning start to the Vianet International Women's Championship 2025 with a 1-0 victory over Kyrgyzstan at Dasharath Stadium on Sunday.

Bimala Chaudhary’s towering header in the 10th minute proved to be the difference, as she connected with a precise cross from Sabita Rana Magar to give Nepal an early lead.

Star forward Sabitra Bhandari, who joined the squad late on Tuesday, started on the bench but was introduced at halftime by head coach Rajendra Tamang.

Kyrgyzstan’s goalkeeper Dilnura Abibulla delivered an outstanding performance, making crucial saves to deny Sabita Rana Magar, Rekha Poudel, and Preeti Rai. Nepal came close to doubling their lead in first-half stoppage time when Rashmi Kumari Ghising’s shot struck the crossbar. Sabita’s follow-up attempt also hit the woodwork, keeping the scoreline unchanged.

Preeti Rai was named Player of the Match for her stellar display and was awarded a cash prize of Rs 25,000.

In the tournament’s opening match, Myanmar defeated Lebanon 3-1.

Nepal will face Lebanon in their second group-stage match on Thursday.

Deputy Prime Minister of Nepal and Minster for Urban Development Prakash Man Singh inaugurated the Vianet International Women's Championship in the presence of Minister of Youth and Sports Teju Lal Chaudhary, Former Minister Mohan Bahadur Basnet, NSC Member Secretary Tanka Lal Ghising, ANFA President Pankaj Bikram Nembang, Vice President Dipak Khatiwada, and General Secretary Kiran Rai.

The final squad for the Vianet International Women's Championship 2025 has been announced.

Head coach Rajendra Tamang revealed the squad on Thursday ahead of the friendly tournament, which will take place during the FIFA International Window. The competition kicks off on February 17 at Dasharath Stadium.

Four teams—Kyrgyz Republic, Lebanon, Myanmar, and Nepal—will compete in a single round-robin format, with the top two teams advancing to the final on February 26.

Final squad

Goalkeepers: Anjila Tumbapo Subba (Captain), Anjana Rana Magar, Usha Nath

Defenders: Amrita Jaishi, Gita Rana, Bimala BK, Puja Rana, Nisha Thokar, Samikshya Ghimire, Bimala Chaudhary, Manmaya Damai

Midfielders: Anita Basnet, Renuka Nagarkote, Preeti Rai, Saru Limbu, Sabita Rana Magar, Renuka Hamal, Sushma Tamang

Forwards: Sabitra Bhandari, Rashmi Kumari Ghising, Chandra Bhandari, Anita KC, Rekha Poudel

APF Football Club secured the ANFA Women's League title with a commanding 4-0 victory over Nepal Police Club in the final at Dasharath Stadium on Wednesday.

Sabita Rana Magar starred in the final, scoring twice, while Saru Limbu and Anu Lama added a goal each to seal the emphatic win for APF.

Nepal Police managed to hold off APF’s relentless attack for nearly an hour before Magar broke the deadlock in the 64th minute. Limbu quickly doubled the lead five minutes later, and Magar netted her second in the 83rd minute. In a fairytale ending to her career, Anu Lama, playing in her final competitive match before retirement, capitalized on a mistake by Nepal Police goalkeeper Usha Nath to score APF’s fourth goal.

With the victory, APF claimed the championship trophy along with a cash prize of Rs 1 million, while runner-up Nepal Police received Rs 500,000.

APF also dominated the individual awards. Sabita Rana Magar was named the Most Valuable Player, Rashmi Kumari Ghising won the Highest Scorer award with 35 goals, and Sabitri Kisan was honored as the Best Goalkeeper. Magar received a cash prize of Rs 100,000, while Ghising and Kisan won Rs 50,000 each.

Meanwhile, Tribhuvan Army Football Club received the Fair Play Award and a cash prize of Rs 150,000.