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2025-05-30

ANFA U-16 Youth League to kick off from Asar 20

The All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) held a discussion with A Division clubs on the upcoming ANFA U-16 Youth League today at the ANFA Complex in Satdobato.

During the meeting, it was decided that the league will officially begin on Asar 20, 2082 (July 4, 2025). ANFA also announced that each participating club will receive a preparation grant of NPR 350,000.

As per the decisions made in the meeting, all participating clubs must submit minor identification documents (birth certificates or official ID) during the player registration process. A minimum number of players must be registered by Asar 15 (June 29), while club registration must be completed by Asar 5 (June 19). The match fixtures for the competition will be published on Asar 16 (June 30).

The meeting was attended by ANFA General Secretary Kiran Rai, central committee members Manish Joshi, Purushottam Thapa, Bikash Narayan Shrestha, Spokesperson Suresh Shah, ANFA CEO Indraman Tuladhar, and representatives from the A Division clubs.

 

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2025-05-29

40 players finalized for national U-20 women's closed camp

A total of 40 players have been finalized for the closed camp of the national U-20 women's team.

Head coach Yam Prasad Gurung and his coaching staffs finalized the names for the closed camp following the initial phase of selection process held in districts and provinces and the final selection process at ANFA Complex in Satdobato.

The team will take part in the SAFF U-20 Women's Championship to be held in Bangladesh from July 11-22, 2025.

Players: Amita Bhul, Anisha Rai, Asmita Gurung, Avani Rajeshwori, Barsha Oli, Bhawana Pariyar, Birsana Chaudhary, Ganga Rokaya, Gayatri Malla, Jhuma Bishwakarma, Juna Tamang, Kabita Guring, Karun Budhathoki, Kusum Khatiwada, Lila Chand, Lila Joshi, Manisha Sen, Marina Lama, Maya Maskey, Meena Deuwa, Pratima Serma, Punam Chemjong, Purnima Rai, Rojita Bista, Rupa Limbu, Sabita Mandal, Sajina Syantang, Samiskya Magar, Sangita Adhikari, Sanima Maya Lo, Sarita Kumari Nath, Semihangama Limbu Pandhak, Senu Pariyar, Simran Rai, Sita Rokaya, Sujata Tamang, Sukriya Miya, Sunita BK, Sunita Sunar, Sushila KC

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2025-05-27

ANFA bids farewell to women's team for Thailand friendly

All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) has bid farewell to the national women's team traveling to Thailand for the two friendly matches.

ANFA President Pankaj Bikram Nembang, General Secretary Kiran Rai, Ex-Co member and Women's Committee Coordinator Sarila Shrestha Maleku bid farewell to the team at AFNA Complex in Satdobato.

Nepal is set to play two matches in Bangkok — a behind-closed-doors training match on May 30, followed by an international friendly on June 2.

These matches are part of the team’s build-up to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers, which begin on May 4. Nepal has been drawn into Group F alongside Laos, Sri Lanka, and Uzbekistan.

Nepali squad:

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

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

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

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

Officials: Sarila Shrestha Maleku (Head of Delegate), Rajendra Tamang (Head Coach), Bindra Dewan (Team Manager), Bhagwati Thapa (Assistant Coach), Shyam Manandhar (Assistant Coach), Suraj Kumar Lama (Goalkeeping Coach), Dr Jyoti Rai (Team Doctor), Laxmi Bhattarai (Physiotherapist), Bikash Gurung (Kit Manager)

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2025-05-24

ANFA hands over kits and equipment to Nepal's Cerebral Palsy Football Team

The All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) has handed over football kits and essential training equipment to the Nepal Cerebral Palsy Football Team on Saturday in a gesture of support for the growing para football community in Nepal.

ANFA President Pankaj Bikram Nembang, in the presence of FIFA South Asia Regional Office Lead Prince Rufus, handed over the materials at a special function held at the ANFA Complex in Satdobato.

The donation comes as a timely boost for the team, particularly the women’s cerebral palsy football squad, who recently made history by representing Nepal in their first-ever international tournament at the 2023 IFCPF Asia-Oceania Championships in Australia. The team continues to hold regular training sessions and has been seeking more resources to enhance their development and competitiveness on the international stage.

During their previous visit to the ANFA Complex, the team had formally requested footballs and training equipment. In a statement, the Nepal Cerebral Palsy Football Team expressed their heartfelt gratitude to President Nembang and Mr. Rufus, saying, “Your support directly enables us to train more effectively, enhance our techniques, and work towards even greater achievements on the field. Your belief in us fuels our determination.”

The team also praised ANFA for its inclusive approach and sustained efforts in promoting football at all levels, including para and disability sports.

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