Nepal outclass Sri Lanka again in SAFF U-20 Women’s Championship

Nepal continued their dominant run in the SAFF U-20 Women’s Championship 2025 with a resounding 7-0 victory over Sri Lanka.

Purnima Rai opened the scoring in the 16th minute, setting the tone for what would be a one-sided affair. Kusum Khatiwada struck twice in quick succession in the 35th and 44th minutes, while Sarita Kumari Nath added another in the 42nd minute to give Nepal a commanding 4-0 lead at halftime.

In the second half, Birsana Chaudhary extended the lead with a composed penalty in the 67th minute. Samikshya Magar then wrapped up the emphatic win with two quick goals in the 74th and 78th minutes.