Women Football

Thirty-two players have been named in the initial squad of the national women’s team for the upcoming FIFA Series matches in Thailand.

The Nepal national women’s football team is set to play two international matches under the FIFA Series 2026 at Ratchaburi Stadium.

Head coach Nabin Neupane has included 32 players in the preliminary squad as preparations begin for the international fixtures. 

Initial squad: Anita Basnet, Anita KC, Anita Lamjel, Anjana Rana Magar, Anjila Tumbapo Subba, Asmita Nepali, Barsa Oli, Bimala BK, Birsana Chaudhary, Dipa Shahi, Gita Rana, Hira Bhujel, Jenifer Rana, Maan Maya Damai, Meena Deuba, Neha Kumari Chaudhary, Nisha Thokar, Poonam Chemjong, Pratikshya Chaudhary, Preeti Rai, Puja Rana, Purnima Rai, Rashmi Kumari Ghising, Rekha Poudel, Renuka Nagarkoti, Sabina Chaudhary, Samikshya Ghimire, Sarswoti Hamal, Saru Limbu, Sukriya Miya, Sushila Kumari Chaudhary, Usha Nath

Bagmati Youth Club emerged victorious in a pulsating nine-goal thriller, defeating RS Resort and Beach Football 5-4 at Chyasal Stadium on Thursday in the Martyr's Memorial National Women's League 2082. The match burst into life early as Gita Shrestha put RS ahead in the 7th minute, only for Asmita Magar to level the scores just two minutes later in the 9th minute. RS regained the lead through Tulsasi Kumari Oli in the 48th minute, but Bagmati responded swiftly when Prajita Rai struck in the 51st minute to make it 2-2.

Dikshya Ranpal then put Bagmati ahead in the 60th minute, and Asmita Magar grabbed her second goal of the match in the 70th minute to extend the lead. Barsha Kunwar pulled one back for RS in the 68th minute to keep her side in the contest, but Dikshya Ranpal restored the two-goal cushion with her second goal in the 76th minute. Gita Shrestha added her second deep in the 83rd minute, but Bagmati held on to secure the thrilling win.

Meanwhile, Nepal Police Club produced a dominant display to thrash Church Boys United 5-0. Meena Deuba was the star of the show, finding the net twice in quick succession with goals in the 12th and 18th minutes. Rekha Poudel then took over, netting a brilliant hat-trick with strikes in the 42nd, 43rd, and 51st minutes to complete the comprehensive victory.

Sankata FC delivered a commanding performance to thrash NRT 4-0 at Chyasal Stadium in the Martyr's Memorial National Women's League 2082 on Wednesday. The scoring started early when Win Theingi Tun found the net in just the 5th minute.

Lucia Leila Jose Mocambique doubled the lead in the 26th minute, and Sukriya Miya made it three just two minutes later in the 28th minute. Queenabel Akosua Amankrah completed the rout in the 52nd minute as Sankata cruised to a comfortable victory.

At the same venue, Tribhuvan Army FC produced an even more emphatic display, crushing Jhapa FC 5-0. Dipa Shahi opened the scoring in the 57th minute, and Hima Chaudhary added a second in the 68th minute. Anjana Thulung Rai then took center stage, netting twice in the closing stages with goals in the 86th and 90+1 minutes.

Tulasa Bohora put the finishing touch on the demolition with a strike in the 90+6 minute, sealing a dominant win for Army.

APF Football Club defeated Tribhuvan Army FC 2–1 in the final to win the Red Bull ANFA Women’s Championship at Tharuhat Stadium.

After a goalless first half, Gita Rana broke the deadlock in the 55th minute to give APF the lead. Renuka Nagarkote doubled the advantage in the 68th minute, putting APF in a strong position.

Tribhuvan Army FC pulled one back in the 72nd minute through Jenifer Rana, but APF held on to secure the victory and lift the title.

In the individual awards, Dipa Shahi of Tribhuvan Army FC was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament. Anjana Rana Magar of APF FC received the Best Goalkeeper award, while Rashmi Kumari Ghising of APF FC finished as the Highest Goalscorer with 12 goals.

APF Football Club secured a place in the final of the Red Bull ANFA Women’s Championship after defeating Sankata FC 3–0 in the semi-final at Tharuhat Stadium.

Rashmi Kumari Ghising opened the scoring early in the 11th minute before Anita KC doubled the lead just two minutes later in the 13th minute to give APF a comfortable advantage.

Sankata FC tried to respond but struggled to break through APF’s defense. Gita Rana added the third goal late in the match in the 87th minute to seal the victory.

With the win, APF Football Club advanced to the final where they will face Tribhuvan Army FC on Saturday.

Tribhuvan Army FC secured a place in the final of the Red Bull ANFA Women’s Championship after defeating Nepal Police Club 1–0 in the semi-final at Tharuhat Stadium.

Bimala Chaudhary scored the decisive goal early in the match, finding the net in the 8th minute to give Tribhuvan Army FC the lead.

Army maintained their advantage throughout the match, putting in a solid defensive performance to keep Nepal Police Club from finding an equalizer and secure their spot in the final.

With the win, Tribhuvan Army FC advance to the final where they will face the winner of the second semi-final between APF Football Club and Sankata FC.