Nepal defeated by India in SAFF Women’s Championship

Summary

Nepal lost 1-0 to India in the SAFF U-19 Women’s Championship held in Pokhara, with India scoring the only goal through Pearl Fernandez. Bangladesh dominated Bhutan 12-0 in another match of the tournament.

Key Points
  • Nepal was defeated by India 1–0 in the SAFF U-19 Women’s Championship football match in Pokhara.
  • India’s Pearl Fernandez scored the only goal in the fourth minute of the second half, securing the victory.
  • Bangladesh defeated Bhutan 12–0 in the tournament's opening match, with Munki Akhtar scoring four goals.
  • The tournament is conducted by SAFF and ANFA with four teams playing in a round robin league format.
  • The top two teams after the league phase will compete in the final on February 7.
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