Nepal finish second as Bangladesh Clinch SAFF U-20 Women’s Championship title

Nepal fell short in their title bid, losing 0-4 to Bangladesh in the decisive final group match of the SAFF U-20 Women’s Championship 2025.

The match, which effectively served as the tournament final, saw MST Sagorika shine for Bangladesh, scoring all four goals in the 8th, 51st, 58th, and 77th minutes. Her commanding performance powered Bangladesh to a comprehensive victory and secured their championship title.

Nepal, who had shown impressive form throughout the tournament with high-scoring wins over Bhutan and Sri Lanka, struggled to find their rhythm against a well-organized Bangladeshi side.

Nepal’s Purnima Rai ended the competition on a high note, finishing as the tournament’s top scorer with 10 goals.