ANFA: All Nepal Football Association

2019-03-04

New Logo of the ANFA and Jersey of the Nepal Football Team Unveiled

The new logo of the All Nepal Football Association and the jersey of Nepal National Football Team were unveiled at a special event in Kathmandu ahead of the SAFF Women’s Championship 2019.

The brand new logo designed by Sandip Tiwari and jersey by the official apparel partner KELME.

Tiwari, who was present during the unveiling ceremony, said it was an honor to undertake the assignment for Nepalese Football.

Tiwari was rewarded with Rs. 50, 0000 cash as he wins the petition for logo design.

The jersey was showcased by the members of Nepal National Men’s and Women’s team in presence of legendries of Nepalese Football.

The event also witnessed launching of the song related to football written by Byakul Maila, the lyricist of current Nepal National Anthem.

Satdobato, RCT, Tushal & Shree Bhagwati advance to final round

25 February 2019 - Satdobato Youth Club defeated Nayabasti Yuba Club 3-1 as they move on to the final round of the Martyr’s Memorial ‘B’ Division League 2075.

Satdobato (11) and RCT (8) from Group ‘A’ entered to the final round while Tushal Yuba (11) and Shree Bhagwati Club (10) from Group ‘B’ qualified for the next round.

Niraj Maharjan (11’), Bimal KC (60’) and Ramesh Kumar Rajbanshi (87’) scored in the win for Satdobato Youth Club.

Sajan Rai could score only a consolation for Nayabasti in the 35th minute.

Meanwhile, Khumaltar Club sidelined Spark Hospital Bansbari Club 2-1 in the other match of the day.

Sabin KC (33’) and Nirmal Gurung (70’ P) scored for Khumaltar while Dinesh Karki (58’ P) scored for Spark Hospital Bansbari Club.

In final round, the top two teams from each group will now play each other (three matches) and the teams with more points will be crowned the title.

Meanwhile, the points from the first round will not be counted in the final round.

Johan Kalin makes public appearance

The All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) today held a press conference, introducing newly appointed head coach of Nepal, Mr. Johan Kali to the media.

Addressing to the media, Kalin thanked the ANFA for the opportunity.

“I am truly honored and blessed to return to Nepal as a head coach for the national team. I want to thank ANFA for the opportunity,” said Johan.

The Swedish coach earlier in 2014, had led the ‘A’ Division outfits Machhindra FC to second-place in the Martyr’s Memorial ‘A’ Division League.

Johan Kalin will serve the national team as a head coach for two-years.

“I am very excited to work with the talented young players in Nepal. My first task with the team will be the friendly match against Malaysia on 26 March 2019.”

“I don’t promise but obviously, there are many things to talk and discuss with the FA as we continue to move forward,” he added.

The ANFA Ex.co meeting held on Jan 17 2019 made the hiring of the Swedish official.

The contract will however be effective from 1st March 2019.

Kalin holds UEFA A Diploma Coach Certificate.

Jhamsikhel Youth lose to RCT; Pulchowk, Tushal share points

22 February 2019 - Two second half strike from Nawaraj Gurung and Sahil KC proved enough for Rani Pokhari Team (RCT) to beat Jhamsikhel Youth Club 2-0 in the Martyr’s Memorial ‘B’ Division match played today at the ANFA Complex, Satdobato.

The first goal for RCT arrived in 48th minute with Nawaraj Gurung. Sahil KC sealed the victory for RCT scoring in the final injury minutes.

Likewise, Pulchowk Sports Club came from two goals down to draw with Tusal Yuba Club in the second match.

Tika Raj Gurung's second half brace earned Pulchowk Sports draw with Tushal Yuba.

Gurung scored in 55th and 85th minute for Pulchowk.

Karan Rawat and Kashim Rai scored for Tushal earlier in 13th and 16th minute respectively.

Nepal vs Hong Kong, China match cancelled

Procurement of Hotel Services [16th March, 2026 - Naya Patrika]

Nepal vs Hong Kong, China

Commemorative Memento Statue of Players[Naya Patrika: 20th January, 2026]

Supply of hatchback car [Naya Patrika: 20th January, 2026]

A Division Commercial rights

11th Ex-Co meeting

ANFA Congress Schedule

News

New Logo of the ANFA and Jersey of the Nepal Football Team Unveiled

Satdobato, RCT, Tushal & Shree Bhagwati advance to final round

Johan Kalin makes public appearance

Jhamsikhel Youth lose to RCT; Pulchowk, Tushal share points

A Division

Church Boys United to face Bhutan's Paro FC in AFC Challenge League

RC32 Football Academy face Khalibari Yuba Club in C Division opener

Uttam Raj Bhandari appointed team manager of national team

National team returns home after SAFF Championship

Activity

32 players called up in FIFA Series initial squad

Bagmati edge RS Resort in nine-goal thriller, Police down Church Boys

Sankata dominate NRT, Army defeat Jhapa

APF FC clinch Red Bull ANFA Women’s Championship title

ANFA

Nine C division clubs selected as voting members

Seven clubs granted National License

ANFA Executive Committee holds emergency meeting, approves key infrastructure and competition decisions

Nepal Hosts Inaugural Vatsalya SAFF Women’s Club Championship from Friday

B Division

Planning Boys, Saraswoti register wins as B Division League concludes

RCT, Birgunj, Boys Union win final matches

Madhyapur thrash Nayabasti, Chyasal defeat Jhapa

Shree Bhagawati promoted, RCT’s draw relegates Tusal

C Division

Karki Most Valuable player, Samajik Youth Fair Play team

Bagmati crowned C Division champions, RC 32 finish second

Roshan Chhetri scores five to rout Jhamsikhel

Sanga, Swoyambhu share spoils; Golbazar downed by Samajik Youth

Capacity Building

Two-day Amateur Football Environment Analysis concludes

ANFA Begins Two-Day Amateur Football Environment Analysis

ANFA/ANFA C Diploma Coaching Course begins

Two-day capacity building workshop for coach educators begins

Competition

Laligurans edge Chitlang, Army narrowly beat Satdobato

Friends and Jawalakhel share spoils, Church Boys thrash Sankata

Shree Bhagawati edge Manang, Nawa Jana snatch late winner

Army edge Machhindra, Laligurans outlast Planning Boys

Development

Central and South Asian MAs gather for FIFA Forward 3.0 Workshop in Dubai

ANFA, Saudi Arabia Football Federation sign football development MoU

ANFA to run full-fledged physiotherapy and rehabitation program

Future of Football conference for national team coaches held

Futsal

Nepal beat Bhutan 4–1 to finish third in SAFF Futsal Championship

Nepal bounce back with 4–1 win over Bangladesh

Nepal fall 2–1 to Maldives

Nepal denied win after late Pakistan comeback

International Arena

AFC Social Responsibility Committee outlines strategic approach for more inspired outcomes

Gianni Infantino re-elected unopposed as FIFA president

SAFF confirms Sports Partner International as the official commercial partner

Deal with NPO to Strengthen Grassroots

Men's Team

Nepal off to Laos for AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers match

Nepal awarded with 3-0 victory over Malaysia

Resilient Nepal fall short as Malaysia clinch 1–0 victory

Nepal hold Bangladesh to thrilling draw

Profiles

Overcoming societal taboos to relish national team dream

A striker who aims to make up for lost time

Ravi Shankar Paswan, a speedy midfielder who hopes to play in foreign football leagues

A little-known decorated FIFA referee who hopes to aspire new generation

Referee

ANFA Distributes FIFA Badges for 2026

FIFA MA Refereeing Course Concludes

Five-day FIFA MA Refereeing Course begins

ANFA Basic Referee Course concludes in Panchthar

SAFF Women

India crushes Nepal to lift record fifth SAFF Women's title

India set final date with hosts Nepal

Nepal beat Sri Lanka 4-0 to enter final

India ousted Sri Lanka 5-0; Nepal face Sri Lanka in semis

Social Responsibility

Manakamana Youth Club starts spraying disinfectant in local ward after increase in Covid-19 cases

ANFA Corporate Social Responsibility conducted a voluntary blood donation

WOMEN

Final squad for SAFF Women's Championship confirmed